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Industrial > Assembler

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Short Description:

An Assembler is responsible for assembling components or products according to specifications and quality standards. Their tasks may include reading and interpreting blueprints or instructions, using hand tools or machinery to connect parts, and conducting quality checks on finished products. Assemblers often work in manufacturing or production settings, collaborating with team members to ensure efficient assembly line operations. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to follow precise instructions are essential for success in this role, as Assemblers contribute to the production of high-quality goods.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Inspect or test wiring installations, assemblies, or circuits for resistance factors or operation and record results.
  • Assemble electrical or electronic systems or support structures and install components, units, subassemblies, wiring, or assembly casings, using rivets, bolts, soldering, or micro-welding equipment.
  • Adjust, repair, or replace electrical or electronic parts to correct defects and ensure specifications conformance.
  • Clean parts using cleaning solutions, air hoses, and cloths.
  • Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions.
  • Mark and tag components so that stock inventory can be tracked and identified.
  • Position, align, or adjust workpieces or electrical parts to facilitate wiring or assembly.
  • Pack finished assemblies for shipment and transport them to storage areas using hoists or hand trucks.
  • Confer with supervisors or engineers to plan or review work activities or resolve production problems.
  • Explain assembly procedures or techniques to other workers.

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Monitoring: Monitoring/assessing the performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
  • Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  • Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working correctly.
  • Operation and Control: Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

Job Zones

  • Title: Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
  • Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
  • Related Experience: Some previous work-related skills, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
  • Job Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
  • Job Zone Examples: These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include sheet metal workers, forest fire fighters, customer service representatives, physical therapist aides, salespersons (retail), and tellers.
  • Specific Vocational Preparation in years:  3 months to 1 year preparation (4.0 to < 6.0)

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