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Assemblers and Inspectors, Electrical Appliance, Apparatus and Equipment Manufacturing  (NOC 9484)
Annapolis Valley Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Assemblers in this unit group assemble prefabricated parts to produce household, commercial and industrial appliances and equipment. Inspectors in this unit group inspect and test assembled products. Workers who set up and prepare assembly lines for operation are included in this unit group. Workers in this unit group are employed by electrical appliance and electrical equipment manufacturing companies.

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Assemblers in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Assemble prefabricated parts on an assembly line, or at work benches using screw guns and other hand and power tools
  • Assemble small and large household electrical appliances such as coffeemakers, toasters, vacuum cleaners, lawnmowers, refrigerators and dishwashers
  • Assemble small transformers, small electrical motors and transmissions used in appliances or other electrical products
  • Assemble circuit breakers, switches or other electrical control equipment and position and fasten components such as springs, toggles or other parts into assembly casings
  • Wind coils and armatures for small electric motors and transformers
  • Perform minor repairs to products rejected from production assembly line
  • Set up assembly line with materials and supplies required for production, and set up and adjust production tools.
Inspectors and testers in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Check products at different stages of production for visual defects and faulty electrical and mechanical connections, or operate automatic or other testing equipment to ensure product quality
  • Identify and mark acceptable and defective assemblies and return faulty assemblies to production for repair
  • Collect, record and summarize inspection results.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Berwick, Bridgetown, Hantsport, Kentville, Middleton, Windsor, Wolfville

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Education & Job Requirements for Assemblers and Inspectors, Electrical Appliance, Apparatus and Equipment Manufacturing in Annapolis Valley Region

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

Local Employment Requirements

Physical Requirements:
- This occupation typically requires good near vision and good colour discrimination.
- There is generally only a requirement for limited hearing in this job.
- The occupation can involve significant physical activity.
- Strength to handle loads of up to 20 kg may be required.

[Report Publication Date: 2011-06-22 |  Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

Skills Requirements

There are often specific abilities, aptitudes and knowledge that are prerequisites to obtain employment in an occupation.

Most employers who advertise are looking for workers who have the following experience and skills:

Experience:
0-2 years

Specific Skills:
Assemble prefabricated parts. Check products for visual defects and faulty electrical and mechanical connections. Identify and mark acceptable and defective assemblies.

Additional Skills:
Set up and adjust production tools. Collect, record and summarize inspection results.

[Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

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[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

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