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Automotive
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Automotive Assembly Fitter

Assembly Fitter

Minimum ? 10th

Certified training for Auto Component Assembly Fitter (programme aligned to ASC/Q 3701 released by Automotive Skills Development Council)

Minimum 1-2 years? experience in assembly operations

The tasks an Auto Component Assembly Fitter is expected to perform include:

Preparing the machines, auxiliaries and work pieces for assembly

Ensuring that the material required is procured before starting the process

Operating various machine tools for mechanical and electrical assembly operations

Checking and cleaning the tools and equipment used

Inspecting the final product

Knowledge of the different types of assembling processes and associated equipment

Familiarity with the method of reading and interpreting the various gauges

Knowledge of conducting quality verification tests

Basic knowledge of the impact of various physical parameters on the properties of the final product output

Knowledge of the hazards and safety aspects involved in the assembling activities

Knowledge of the different equipment and components used in the assembly process

Familiarity with the different types of bolting guns/riveting guns used in the assembly process

Knowledge of the size of tightening tools (spanners, screw drivers, testers etc.) to be used

Basic knowledge of the component storage process

Familiarity with the numbering/identification nomenclature for various assembly and tightening equipment

Skilled in reading and interpreting torqueing charts and usage of torque meters

Knowledge of the different types of defects that may arise due to improper tightening and torqueing

Basic knowledge of fool proofing techniques employed in the assembly plants

Skilled in operating the equipment in automatic and manual mode

Manual dexterity

Training in:

Safety and 5S

Quality management and poke yoke practices

Usage of different tools for assembly operations

Basic vehicle testing tools and techniques

Problem-solving

Safety-oriented

Quality conscious

It is not a desk job

Needs to supervise a team of Helpers and Assistant Technicians

Local travelling is not a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are not available

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Working is 9 hours everyday for 6 days a week

Overtime and shift system maybe involved according to the company norms

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No

One may develop occupational hazards like back/neck pain and injury to body

Health risks include exposure to dust and equipment noise

For candidates with 1-2 years of experience ?INR10,000 toINR15,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Trends in Automotive Industry in India

The Indian auto sector is one of the most vibrant industries. The automobile industry is one of India?s major sectors; accounting for 2% of the country?s manufacturing GDP. The Indian auto industry, comprising passenger cars, two-wheelers, three-wheelers and commercial vehicles, is the seventh-largest in the world with an annual production of 17.5 million vehicles, of which 2.3 million are exported. The Indian auto market has the potential to dominate the global auto industry, provide, a conducive environment is created for potential innovators to come up with new pilot projects.1

The job of the Auto Component Assembly Fitter is very important for manufacturing units in all industries. As the manufacturing auto industry grows, so will be the demand for this profile.

Mechanical assembly plant

Cities across India