motor vehicle assembler

Motor vehicle assemblers install and put prefabricated motor vehicle parts and components together. They inspect the motor vehicles for defects, and test the assembled equipment for proper performance and conformity to quality standards.

Alternative Labels

auto assembler

automobile assembler

car assembler

car builder

car factory operative

car factory worker

car production line worker

lorry assembler

lorry builder

lorry production line worker

motor vehicle assemblies inspector

motor vehicle assemblies tester

motor vehicle assembly inspector

motor vehicle assembly tester

motor vehicle body builder

motor vehicle builder

truck builder

truck production line worker

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Narrower occupations

- motor vehicle body assembler

- motor vehicle engine assembler

- motor vehicle parts assembler

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

align components assemble electrical components assemble electronic units assemble metal parts bolt engine parts clean components during assembly drive motor vehicle prototypes ensure equipment availability fasten components keep records of work progress monitor manufacturing quality standards read engineering drawings read standard blueprints supervise motor vehicles manufacture troubleshoot use power tools use technical documentation work in assembly line teams

Essential Knowledge

electricity electromechanics electronics mechanics mechanics of motor vehicles motor vehicle parts drawings quality standards vehicle manufacturing process

Optional Skills and Competences

apply soldering techniques calibrate electronic instruments conduct performance tests diagnose defective engines disassemble engines evaluate engine performance inspect quality of products install low voltage wiring operate handheld riveting equipment operate lifting equipment operate precision measuring equipment operate soldering equipment operate welding equipment prepare pieces for joining re-assemble engines record test data send faulty equipment back to assembly line set up automotive robot tend riveting machine test motor vehicles under demanding conditions use automotive diagnostic equipment use testing equipment write inspection reports

Optional Knowledge

electrical wiring plans engine components engineering principles engineering processes operation of different engines quality assurance procedures rivet types vehicle type-approval

Skills & Competences

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/ffc292f1-89e2-4406-8eff-39096c94e731

Status

released

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