Plastic Product Inspector
かそつぶつせいひんけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves inspecting and measuring the appearance, dimensions, and physical properties of rubber and plastic products to determine compliance with quality standards.
Description
Plastic Product Inspectors perform visual inspections, dimensional measurements, physical property tests, etc., on products molded from rubber or plastic to identify defective items. They use measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and surface roughness gauges to determine compliance with quality standards based on JIS or company specifications. They also record and report inspection results, collaborate with quality control departments and production sites to analyze defect causes and propose improvements. Responsibilities also include monitoring automatic inspection equipment, conducting sample inspections, and periodically reviewing inspection methods.
Future Outlook
With the diversification and increasing sophistication of plastic products, demand for high-precision quality inspections continues to grow steadily. Meanwhile, automatic inspection technologies using machines and AI are advancing, requiring skills that can handle both manual and machine-based inspections.
Personality Traits
Artisan temperament / Attentive / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day Shift / Factory Work / Manufacturing Industry / Night Shift / Shift Work
Career Path
Entry-level Inspector → Inspection Leader → Quality Control Staff → Quality Assurance Engineer → Quality Assurance Manager
Required Skills
Measuring Instrument Operation / Quality Judgment and Report Creation / Understanding of JIS and Company Standards / Visual Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Equipment Operation and Monitoring / QC Techniques / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss fine scratches or dimensional deviations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work mainly consists of monotonous inspection tasks, so high creativity is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- QC Certification
Aliases
- Plastic Product Inspector
- Rubber Product Inspector
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