Description
Precision instrument assemblers read blueprints and assembly drawings to assemble precision instruments such as micrometers, gauges, thermostats and utility meters. They collect the different components and piece them together using hand tools or machinery. Furthermore they calibrate the instruments and test their precision.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
precision measuring instrumentsquality standardsinstrumentation equipmentblueprintsinstrument performance elementsinstrumentation engineeringprecision mechanicselectromechanicselectronicsmetallurgyautomation technologyelectrical equipment regulationselectronic equipment standardsprecision engineering
Practical Skills
apply health and safety standardsread standard blueprintstest instrumentation equipmentpack goodscalibrate precision instrumentoperate precision measuring equipmentwear appropriate protective gearmonitor manufacturing quality standardsassemble instrumentation equipmentreport defective manufacturing materialsread assembly drawingsset tolerancesfasten componentsmaintain electronic equipmentuse power toolsresolve equipment malfunctionsuse hand toolsalign componentsadjust manufacturing equipmentmeet deadlinesreplace defect componentsassemble measuring equipmentoperate soldering equipmentinspect quality of productscarry out work-related measurementsensure conformity to specificationsuse wrencheskeep records of work progressmeasure parts of manufactured productsremove defective products