Oil Product Inspector (Petroleum Products)
おいるせいひんけんさいいん（せきゆせいひん）
Industry & Occupation
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Summary
This occupation involves collecting samples of petroleum products, conducting various physicochemical tests, and evaluating and determining whether the quality meets the standards.
Description
Oil Product Inspectors (petroleum products) work in laboratories at refineries or petroleum refining plants, collecting samples from tanks or pipelines, and performing physicochemical tests such as specific gravity, flash point, viscosity, moisture, and sulfur content based on JIS or industry standards. They are responsible for operating analytical instruments, collecting and analyzing test data, judging and reporting results, calibrating and maintaining test equipment, and managing safety and health. The work involves shift or rotating schedules, handling chemicals and high-temperature, high-pressure equipment, requiring strong safety awareness and accuracy.
Future Outlook
Due to the stabilization of petroleum product demand and strengthening of quality regulations, the importance of analysis and inspection work is expected to be maintained or increased. As automation and online analysis technologies advance, advanced instrument operation skills will be required.
Personality Traits
High safety awareness / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Indoor work / Shift / Standing work / Team collaboration
Career Path
Junior Inspector → Senior Inspector → Quality Assurance Engineer → Quality Control Manager → Safety and Health Management Supervisor
Required Skills
Analytical Instrument Operation / Chemical Analysis / Safe Handling of Chemicals / Test Data Recording
Recommended Skills
English Literature Reading Ability / Hazardous Materials Safety Management / Instrument Calibration and Maintenance / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because accurate analysis of test results and quality judgment are required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minor errors in measurement values can affect quality judgment. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because handling measurement data and using it for statistical management. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work mainly follows prescribed procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4
- Quality Management Certification Level 2
Aliases
- Petroleum Product Inspector
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