Lens Polishing Inspector
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that performs polishing finishing and quality inspection of optical lenses. Maintains micron-level precision by operating polishing equipment and inspection devices to ensure the optical properties of products.
Description
Lens polishing inspectors handle optical lenses from polishing processing to inspection in an integrated manner. They process the shape of the original plate (blank) using a polishing machine and finish it to the specified radius of curvature and surface accuracy. After polishing, they use an interferometer or optical microscope to inspect surface irregularities and scratches, sending qualified products to the next process. Much of the work is in clean rooms, requiring fine adjustments and high concentration. It also includes clerical tasks such as quality control and daily report preparation.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the optical equipment market, demand for improved precision and efficiency is increasing. The introduction of automated machines and AI-based inspection technologies is expected to advance.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Polishing Operator → Inspection Leader → Quality Manager → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Optical Measurement Equipment Operation / Polishing Machine Operation / Surface Roughness Measurement / Work Report Preparation
Recommended Skills
Machine Control Programming / Microscope Inspection Technique / Optical Drawing Interpretation / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because micron-level precision is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Work is completed individually, with little need for interpersonal coordination. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed procedures, so creativity is not highly required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mostly solo work, with little team collaboration. |
Aliases
- Lens Polishing Technician
- Optical Lens Inspection Engineer
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