Metal Fitting Inspector
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who inspects dimensions, appearance, and physical properties of metal products to confirm compliance with quality standards.
Description
Metal fitting inspectors use measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers on manufactured metal products to strictly check if dimensions and shapes conform to design drawings and specifications. They handle appearance defects like scratches, burrs, and deformations, as well as physical property inspections such as surface roughness and hardness, record and report inspection results, and contribute to quality assurance. They also collaborate with production and quality management departments on defect cause analysis and improvement proposals.
Future Outlook
With rising quality demands in manufacturing and multi-variety small-lot production, demand for skilled inspectors remains stable. In the future, collaboration with automated inspection systems and understanding of AI technology will be required.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Quality Inspection / Shift Work
Career Path
Metal Parts Inspector → Quality Control Staff → Quality Assurance Engineer → Production Technology
Required Skills
Measurement Data Recording Management / Measuring Instrument Operation / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Non-Destructive Testing Technology / Statistical Quality Control (QC Seven Tools)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to detect minute dimensional errors or surface defects. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Ability to accurately read values from measuring instruments and make pass/fail judgments is crucial. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work centers on judgments based on standards, so little creativity is required. |
| Planning & Organization | Work follows daily inspection procedures, so advanced planning abilities are not required. |
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