Quality Control Engineer (Metal Tube)
ひんしつかんりぎじゅつしゃ（きんぞくかん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical role responsible for quality control and inspection in the metal tube manufacturing process, aimed at suppressing defective products and maintaining product quality.
Description
The Quality Control Engineer (Metal Tube) performs sample inspections and statistical process control on the metal tube production line, evaluating product quality using dimensional measurements, surface inspections, and non-destructive testing (ultrasound, X-ray, etc.). Through analysis of quality data and root cause analysis (FMEA, QC Seven Tools), proposes and implements improvement measures, collaborating with manufacturing, design departments, and suppliers to reduce defect rates and promote stable production.
Future Outlook
Due to increasing quality assurance demands in manufacturing and the importance of defect rate reduction, demand for quality control engineers in the metal tube field remains stable and is expected to grow further with expansion in automotive, construction, and energy sectors. Progress is being made in AI-driven inspection automation and IoT-based process monitoring.
Personality Traits
Good at logical thinking / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Assigned to technical department / Business trips available / Day shift / Factory work / Flexitime
Career Path
Quality Control Staff → Senior Quality Engineer → Quality Assurance Manager → Quality Director → Chief Quality Officer
Required Skills
Dimensional Measurement / Non-Destructive Testing / Quality Control Techniques / Statistical Process Control / Surface Inspection
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / Materials Mechanics / Metal Tube Manufacturing / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Essential for analyzing quality data and investigating causes of process abnormalities. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to detect minute scratches or dimensional deviations. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | High mathematical analytical ability is required for statistical process control and data analysis. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to identify defect causes and develop recurrence prevention measures is crucial. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves prolonged standing work, but heavy labor is minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Non-Destructive Testing Engineer Qualification
- QC Certification (Quality Control Certification)
Aliases
- Metal Tube Quality Control Engineer
- QC Engineer (Metal Tube)
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