Glass Products Inspector
がらすせいひんけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that inspects the appearance, dimensions, optical properties, etc., of glass products to ensure quality.
Description
Glass products inspectors check the appearance, dimensions, transparency, and color tone of finished products such as sheet glass and container glass produced in the manufacturing process, using visual inspection, optical devices, and measuring instruments to confirm the presence or absence of defects. They determine whether products meet the standards, exclude defective items by marking or sorting lines, and report to the production department as necessary. They are also required to understand quality standards and JIS standards, record and manage inspection data, and propose quality improvements.
Future Outlook
Although automation and AI-based inspection devices are advancing, visual inspection remains crucial in final inspections, so demand for skilled inspectors is expected to persist. Understanding of IoT and image processing technologies will be required.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Quality Inspector → Quality Control → Production Technology → Manufacturing Line Management → Quality Assurance Staff
Required Skills
Operation of Measuring Instruments (Calipers, Micrometers) / Optical Inspection Device Operation / Understanding Quality Standards / Understanding Work Procedures
Recommended Skills
Color Certification / JIS Standards Understanding / Quality Management Qualification
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires extremely high attention to detail to avoid missing small scratches or bubbles. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves long hours of standing and repetitive tasks, requiring sustained physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed procedures, with little need for generating new ideas. |
Aliases
- Glass Products Inspector
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