Water Meter Assembler
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing technical position that involves assembling water meters, from inspection to calibration.
Description
Assembles components of water meters equipped with metering mechanisms such as diaphragm type or piston type used in water meters, according to drawings and procedures. Performs screw tightening using torque wrenches or drivers, filling of sealing materials, and in some cases soldering. After assembly, conducts calibration and leak inspections using flow test equipment. To ensure product accuracy and reliability, performs quality control using dimension measuring instruments and inspection devices, and makes improvement proposals if abnormalities are found. Process management and coordination with production lines are also important.
Future Outlook
Due to the renewal of water supply and sewage infrastructure and the spread of IoT-equipped meters, the demand for assembly and calibration work is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Assembly Worker → Leader/Line Supervisor → Quality Control Staff → Production Control Staff → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading Skills / Equipment Calibration / Sealing and Bonding Work / Torque Driver Operation
Recommended Skills
CAD Drawing Understanding / Machine Processing Knowledge / Precision Machine Assembly / Quality Control Techniques (QC)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required because small parts need to be assembled accurately. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Routine tasks are predominant, with relatively few changes. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is relatively low as it follows standardized procedures. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mainly follows instructions for work, with few proactive proposals. |
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Aliases
- Water Meter Assembler
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