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plastic part manufacturing
The motor vehicle is an intricate series of systems, subsystems, and components assembled into a final product. Each manufactured part or component is integrated into the vehicle; none is developed to exist separately. Vehicles are constantly changing as new technology or reengineered components are incorporated, and as new and updated models are designed in response to changing consumer preferences. Motor vehicle and parts manufacturers must continually evolve to maximize efficiency and provide products that consumers want in a highly competitive market. Production workers account for about 64 percent of motor vehicle
and parts manufacturing jobs (table 2). Assemblers and fabricators
and metal workers and plastic workers put together various parts
to form subassemblies, and then put the subassemblies together
to build a complete motor vehicle. Most assemblers in this industry
are team assemblers, who may work on a variety of tasks as needed.
Some may perform other routine tasks such as mounting and inflating
tires; adjusting brakes; and adding gas, oil, brake fluid, and
coolant. Metal parts are welded, plastic and glass parts are molded
and cut, seat cushions are sewn, and many parts are painted. Many
manufacturing processes are highly automated; robots, computers,
and programmable devices are an integral part of motor vehicle
manufacturing. Throughout the manufacturing process, "statistical
process control" (teamwork and quality control) is emphasized.
From initial planning and design to final assembly, numerous tests
and inspections ensure that vehicles meet quality and safety standards.
Modern manufacturing facilities integrate interchangeable tools
on the assembly line so that they can quickly be changed to meet
the needs of various models and specifications.
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