Agricultural Machinery Inspector
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Profession that performs inspections, tests, and measurements on agricultural tractors, combine harvesters, and other agricultural machinery to ensure safety and functionality.
Description
Agricultural machinery inspectors conduct performance inspections, durability tests, and measurements on agricultural machinery such as tractors, combine harvesters, and rice transplanters. They verify the precision and functionality of each component by cross-referencing design drawings and specifications. Using measuring instruments and testers, they adjust or correct abnormalities and confirm compliance with safety standards. They also handle periodic inspections, calibrations, record-keeping, and quality control tasks at manufacturing sites, service centers, and farms.
Future Outlook
With the labor-saving and mechanization of agriculture, demand for agricultural machinery is on the rise, increasing the importance of inspections and quality control. Demand for skilled inspectors remains stable due to regular maintenance tasks and stricter safety standards. Advances in predictive maintenance technologies using AI and IoT will require inspectors to possess data analysis skills.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Fieldwork / In-Factory Inspection / Service Center Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Inspector (Beginner) → Leader Inspector → Quality Control Staff → Quality Management → Production Management Position
Required Skills
Data Analysis / Inspection Jig Operation / Mechanical Structure Knowledge / Precision Measuring Instrument Operation / Reading Drawings and Specifications
Recommended Skills
Basic Welding Knowledge / Data Analysis / QC Techniques (QC 7 Tools) / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires not overlooking minute differences in measurement values and performing precise inspections. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Predominantly routine tasks with little need for creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Machine Maintenance Skills Test (Grade 3)
Related Jobs
- Agricultural Machinery Mechanic
- General-Purpose Machinery Inspector
- Production Machinery Inspector