motor vehicle body assembler

Description

Motor vehicle body assemblers fasten motor vehicle body parts and components together such as frames, doors, chassis and hoods. They use hand tools, power tools and other equipment such as CNC machines or robots. They read technical plans and use automated assembling equipment to build motor vehicle bodies. They inspect individual parts for malfunctions and check the quality of assemblies to make sure the standards are met and the specifications respected. Motor vehicle body assemblers report any assembly issues to their supervisor.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

quality standards mechanics of motor vehicles mechanics rivet types engineering processes

Practical Skills

fasten components assemble metal parts work in assembly line teams mark processed workpiece align components apply health and safety standards read standard blueprints troubleshoot use technical documentation wear appropriate protective gear inspect quality of products read engineering drawings tend riveting machine cut metal products use power tools apply spot welding techniques use CAM software tend computer numerical control lathe machine tend CNC milling machine apply preliminary treatment to workpieces set up automotive robot tend CNC metal punch press manipulate metal use testing equipment operate welding equipment tend CNC grinding machine operate drill press operate precision measuring equipment operate soldering equipment tend CNC drilling machine apply arc welding techniques prepare pieces for joining tend CNC laser cutting machine keep records of work progress operate lifting equipment apply flux install windshields