Metal Base Material Inspector
きんぞくそじけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job that inspects surface and internal defects of metal materials using various testing methods.
Description
Metal base material inspectors are specialists who conduct non-destructive testing, dimensional and hardness tests, etc., to ensure the quality of metal materials (base materials) in the manufacturing process. They detect surface and internal defects using methods such as ultrasonic flaw detection testing, magnetic particle testing, and penetrant testing, and also perform dimensional measurements with calipers or micrometers and hardness tests using hardness testers. They record test results, create judgment reports against quality standards, and also handle maintenance and calibration of inspection equipment and proposals for improving work procedures.
Future Outlook
Amid increasing importance of quality assurance in manufacturing, the demand for metal product inspection is expected to remain stable. With the introduction of automation and AI inspection technologies, there will be a growing trend toward requiring skills in equipment operation and data analysis.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Indoor Factory Work / Manufacturing / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Inspector → Quality Control Officer → Quality Assurance Engineer → Quality Control Manager
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement (Caliper, Micrometer) / Hardness Measurement / Magnetic Particle Testing / Measurement Equipment Operation / Penetrant Testing / Ultrasonic Flaw Detection
Recommended Skills
English Literature Reading / Metallurgy / Quality Control Techniques (QC) / Welding Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to not miss minute defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine inspection work is the main focus, there are few opportunities for new idea generation. |
Aliases
- Metal Material Inspector
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