Mechanical Fitter

Aliases: Mechanical Sub-System Integrator

Industry/Sector(s): Electronics and HW

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Mechanical Fitter is expected to perform include:

Integrating mechanical sub-assemblies with electrical sub-system to assemble the end product
Inspecting sub-assemblies received for any physical damage
Checking electrical sub-systems for any loose or wrong connections
Placing the assembled system in bins assigned and ensuring it is moved to testing area

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It requires physical activity
Need not handle a team
Travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours every day. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?
This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ¹

Preferably, 12^th pass
Certified training for Mechanical Fitter (programme aligned to ELE/Q6302 released by Electronics Sector Skills Council of India)

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Well-versed with assembly process, instructions and application of each step
Knowledge of purpose and functioning of various mechanical sub-assemblies in the product
Knowledge of basic principles of wiring and assembly
Well-versed with circuit and block diagram of the product being assembled
Knowledge of frequently occurring errors in the assembly process, causes and preventive measures
Knowledge of basic concepts of electronics, electricity and component identification
Well-versed with specific safety precautions while working in an electronic assembly unit

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Detail-oriented
Hardworking and persistent
Problem-solving skills
Ability to work for long hours in standing position

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Schools and colleges across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

https://scholarships.gov.in/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

http://www.dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/CTS-Fitter.pdf

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ⁴

Mechanical Fitter → Product Repairer → Quality Controller → Supervisor

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ³

For new entrants – Rs 21,000 to Rs 30,000 per month
For candidates with experience - Rs 30,000 to Rs 54,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ¹

Some organizations hire new entrants too

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ³

Electronic manufacturing organizations

KEYWORDS

Mechanical Sub-System Integrator

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	7412.0202	Mechanical Fitter
ISCO 2008	7412	Electrical Mechanics and Fitters
NIC 2008	26109	Manufacture of other electronic components n.e.c
QP Reference	ELE/Q6302	Mechanical Fitter
NSQF	Level 4	Not available

REFERENCES

1	www.nsdcindia.org/sites/default/files/files/STRAT_Mechanical-Fitter.pdf
2	http://www.ccdisabilities.nic.in/page.php?s=reg&t=def&p=list_jobsNew
3	https://www.naukri.com/job-listings-Engineer-Electrical-Mechanical-Electrician-Fitter-Metro-Career-Solutions-Pvt-Ltd--Every-Location-Allover-India-Outside-India--0-to-5-years-090416004412?src=jobsearchDesk&sid=14773457173920&xp=2&qp=mechanical%20fitter&srcPage=s
4	http://www.dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/publication/Des-Div-7.pdf

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