{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:41:09.526Z","occupation":{"soc":"51-2061.00","title":"Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters","group":"Production","sector":"31-33","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers bench-level assembly, adjustment, testing, and repair of watches, clocks, and chronometers in light manufacturing and watchmaking workshop environments, from entry-level guided operations through senior leadership of production quality and workforce development.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Watchmakers' tools and loupes — identify and handle correctly under direct supervision on a bench assembly line.","Timepiece disassembly procedures — follow step-by-step instructions to take apart watches and clocks in a supervised production setting.","Basic timepiece components such as gears, springs, and bridges — recognize and sort by type using a loupe under close guidance.","Cleaning solutions and buff sticks — apply to timepiece parts using established protocols under supervisor direction in a manufacturing shop.","Electronic testing equipment — operate with assistance to perform basic functionality checks on timepiece subassemblies.","Timepiece lubricants and oils — dispense in correct quantities to designated components following posted work instructions.","Simple visual defect recognition — perform on watch and clock parts using a loupe or low-power microscope under trainer oversight.","Inventory management software — enter parts usage data into the system following supervisor-provided procedures in a production environment.","Finger dexterity and hand steadiness — develop through guided practice handling small components such as balance wheels and hairsprings on the assembly bench.","Workplace safety and tool-care standards — observe and follow during all bench operations in a light manufacturing facility."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Timepiece mechanisms — assemble and install components to complete watch or clock movements using watchmakers' tools and loupes with minimal oversight.","Operational accuracy of timepiece subassemblies — observe and evaluate movement to identify irregularities and note probable causes during routine production shifts.","Electronic testing equipment and tweezers — use independently to test fit and operation of timepiece parts against established tolerance specifications.","Malfunctioning timepiece parts — replace using watchmakers' tools, loupes, and holding fixtures following repair documentation in a workshop environment.","Hairsprings, pallets, and bridges — bend and adjust using tweezers to correct truing or endshake deficiencies on standard repair jobs.","Defect patterns in timepiece components — analyze using loupes or microscopes and document findings using analytical software on the shop floor.","Cleaning and lubrication cycles — complete independently for a variety of watch and clock assemblies using solvents and oils per maintenance schedules.","Quality control checks — conduct on completed assemblies using prescribed measurement criteria and record results in the production database.","Troubleshooting guides and technical diagrams — interpret to diagnose recurring mechanical issues in timepieces across familiar movement types.","Parts inventory levels — monitor and update using inventory management software to support uninterrupted assembly workflow on the production floor."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex timepiece mechanisms including chronometers — assemble, adjust, and verify to precise tolerances autonomously using the full range of watchmakers' tools and loupes.","Non-routine movement defects — diagnose root causes by combining systematic observation, electronic testing, and mechanical analysis across diverse timepiece types.","Full repair cycles on malfunctioning watches, clocks, and chronometers — execute independently, selecting appropriate tools and replacement parts for each case.","Hairsprings, pallets, barrel covers, and bridges — bend and true with precision to resolve subtle endshake or alignment issues in high-value timepiece overhauls.","Comprehensive disassembly and reassembly procedures — perform on uncommon or vintage movement configurations without reference to step-by-step instructions.","Microscopic inspection of miniature components — conduct and interpret findings to flag systemic quality issues before they affect production yield.","Lubrication and cleaning standards — apply judgment to select methods and materials appropriate for atypical materials or movement conditions encountered on the bench.","Analytical and scientific software tools — use to track performance trends across batches of assembled movements and identify process drift in a production environment.","Quality control analysis — lead for an assigned production cell, establishing pass/fail determinations and escalating systemic defect patterns to engineering.","Technical knowledge of mechanical principles — apply to resolve ambiguous repair scenarios and mentor less experienced assemblers during daily shop operations."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Assembly and repair standards for the full product line — define and update based on analysis of production data, repair trends, and industry best practices.","Competency development programs for new and developing assemblers — design and deliver, covering tool use, defect diagnosis, and precision adjustment techniques.","Quality control frameworks — establish across the production floor, setting tolerance thresholds and inspection protocols for all timepiece categories manufactured.","Root-cause investigations for recurring defect patterns — lead across multiple product lines, coordinating with engineering and suppliers to implement corrective actions.","Inventory and parts procurement strategies — direct using inventory management and database software to ensure supply continuity aligned with production forecasts.","Process improvement initiatives — champion on the assembly floor by applying mechanical knowledge and production data to reduce cycle time and rework rates.","Technical documentation and standard operating procedures — author and maintain for all assembly, adjustment, and repair operations across the facility.","Cross-functional collaboration with engineers and product designers — lead to translate new movement designs into manufacturable assembly sequences for production teams.","Performance metrics for the timing device assembly department — set, monitor, and report to management, driving accountability for quality and throughput targets.","Organizational repair and calibration capability — advance by evaluating emerging tools, testing technologies, and training approaches and recommending adoption decisions."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}