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Product Assembler

OFO Code: 721901

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
721901
Occupation
Product Assembler
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
PLANT AND MACHINE OPERATORS AND ASSEMBLERS
Unit group
7219 · Assemblers not Elsewhere Classified

Official description
Assemblers not Elsewhere classified assemble, according to strictly laid down procedures various products that do not include electronic, electrical, or mechanical components.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Knife Assembler, Bicycle Assembler, Furniture Finisher, Wood, Textile Products Assembler, Jewellery Treebuilder, Eyeglass Frame Assembler, Jewellery Assembler, Assembler, Wood Products, Box Builder, Pen and Pencil Assembler, Umbrella Maker, Wax Setter (Jewellery), Leather Products Assembler, Pearl & Bead Stringer, Assembler, Metal Products (Except Mechanical), Assembler, Plastic Products, Thermos Bottle Assembler, Assembler, Rubber Products, Plastic Toy Assembler, Paperboard Products Assembler, Sun-blinds Assembler, Door Assembler, Ammunition Assembler, Luggage Finisher

  • Inspecting and testing components and completed assemblies
  • Assembling component parts and positioning, aligning and fastening units to assemblies, sub-assemblies, or frames using hand or power tools, soldering and micro-welding equipment
  • Rejecting faulty products
  • Recording production and operational data on specified forms
  • Reviewing work orders, specifications, diagrams and drawings to determine materials needed and assembly instructions

2. Demand status

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