assembling components into various types of products and equipment, according to strictly laid down procedures
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Assemblers
Assemblers assemble prefabricated parts or components to form subassemblies, products and equipment, according to procedures strictly laid down. The products worked on may be moved from one worker to the next along assembly lines. Competent performance in most occupations in this sub-major group requires skills at the second ISCO skill level.
reviewing work orders, specifications, diagrams and drawings to determine materials needed and assembly instructions
recording production and operational data on specified forms
inspecting and testing completed components and assemblies, wiring installations and circuits
rejecting faulty assemblies and components.
Included occupations
Occupations in this sub-major group are classified into the following minor group:
821 Assemblers