Wire Harness Assembler
わいやーはーねすくみたてこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing worker who accurately assembles wire harnesses used in automobiles and industrial equipment by combining manual labor and machinery.
Description
Wire harness assemblers manufacture wire bundles (wire harnesses) for automobiles, home appliances, and industrial equipment based on drawings and specifications. They cut wires to appropriate lengths, connect terminals and connectors using crimping tools or soldering irons, and fit insulation tubes. They secure them with cable ties, perform visual inspections, and pack and ship qualified products. A combination of manual work and automated machine operations requires high attention to detail and accuracy.
Future Outlook
With the electrification of automobiles and advancement of industrial equipment, demand for increasingly complex wire harnesses is growing. Even as automation progresses, roles in fine work and quality control remain, and skilled workers can expect opportunities in process improvement and training.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with Hands, Good at Fine Work / High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Dispatch Contract Employee / Factory Work / Full-time Employee / Line Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Assembly Staff → Line Leader → Quality Inspector → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Crimping Work / Hand Tool Operation / Soldering
Recommended Skills
5S Activities / Machine Operation / Process Improvement / Quality Inspection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute connection errors can lead to product defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves a lot of standing work and repetitive tasks, requiring stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks do not require much idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic numerical checks like length measurement are needed; no advanced analysis required. |
| Planning & Organization | Work mainly follows instructions and drawings, with few opportunities to plan independently. |
Aliases
- Harness Assembler
- Wire Harness Assembler
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