Quality Inspectors or Testers
They check parts or products for defects or wear.
| Wages |
$17.29 per hour on average
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| Outlook |
The outlook is Good
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| Education & Training |
Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months) is common.
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| Related Programs (Current training programs available) |
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| On the Job |
Work Activities
- Read work orders, manuals, or blueprints to learn what the products are and how to inspect them.
- Collect samples for testing.
- Check products and decide if they meet standards for quality or impact to the environment.
- Position or connect parts or instruments for testing or operation.
- Use tools or equipment.
- Read dials and meters to see if equipment is running properly.
- Classify and sort products by size, weight, or color.
- Mark items for acceptance or rejection. Record test results.
- Talk to staff and supervisors about inspection results and suggest ways to fix problems.
- Take apart or discard products that do not meet standards for quality or impact to the environment.
- Prepare test and inspection reports.
- Clean and repair test equipment and machines.
- Supervise testing staff or inspection teams.
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| Career Path |
Factory
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