Product Assemblers play a crucial role in various industries in Australia. They are responsible for putting together components and subassemblies that are used in the production of metal products, electrical and electronic equipment, jewellery and precious metal articles, as well as joinery products.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations within the Product Assemblers unit group require a certain level of skill, which can be obtained through the qualifications listed below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

For some Product Assembler occupations, a short period of on-the-job training may be necessary in addition to or instead of formal qualifications. However, in certain cases, no formal qualification or on-the-job training is required at all.

Tasks Include:

• Locating, positioning, and securing components on workbenches
• Punching and drilling mounting holes in parts and assembled products
• Assembling and securing components in sequence
• Assembling parts using various techniques such as nailing, screwing, gluing, dowelling, riveting, crimping, soldering, and spot welding
• Fitting hardware items like hinges, catches, and knobs to parts
• Attaching and fastening jewellery and jewellery parts to create bracelets, necklaces, brooches, and earrings
• Deburring and finishing items using files, grinding wheels, and emery paper
• Manually winding light electrical field coils (in some cases)

Occupation: 832211 Product Assembler

The specific occupation within the Product Assemblers unit group is the 832211 Product Assembler. This role involves putting together components and subassemblies used in the production of metal products, electrical and electronic equipment, jewellery and precious metal articles, and joinery products.

Skill Level: 5

Specialisations within the occupation include:

• Electrical and Electronic Assembler
• Light Coil Winder
• Vehicle Assembler

Product Assemblers are essential in the manufacturing process of various industries in Australia. Their skills and expertise contribute to the production of high-quality products that meet the needs of consumers.