Watch Parts Assembly Inspector
とけいぶひんくみたてけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that assembles and inspects watch parts using microscopes and measuring instruments.
Description
Watch parts assembly inspectors assemble gears and movement parts using tweezers and special tools, and inspect dimensions, appearance, and functionality using micrometers, loupes, and microscopes. They are required to manage work environments with static electricity countermeasures and clean rooms, and sort and adjust parts that do not meet quality standards. They need high attention to detail to detect minute deviations or abnormalities while following work procedures, as well as manual dexterity.
Future Outlook
While advancements in high precision and automation lead to increased adoption of devices, areas requiring human visual inspection and fine adjustments remain. Integration with IoT and AI inspection technologies is expected.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and good at fine work / Good at detailed work / High concentration
Work Style
Career Path
Technician → Leader → Quality Control Engineer → Production Management
Required Skills
Loupe/Microscope Inspection / Measuring Instrument Operation / Precision Parts Assembly / Quality Control / Static Electricity Management
Recommended Skills
Blueprint Reading / Clean Room Work Experience / Optical Theory
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for assembling and inspecting fine parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Work is mostly done individually, with little interpersonal communication. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed procedures, so little idea generation is required. |
Related Qualifications
- National Skills Test: Machine Inspection Technician (Level 2-3)
- Watch Repair Technician
Aliases
- Watch Assembler
- Watch Inspector
Related Jobs
- Parts Inspector
- Precision Machine Assembler
- Watch Repairer