Rupture Disc (Rupture Disk) Inspector
らぷちゃーでぃすく（はれつばん）けんさいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who conducts visual, dimensional, and functional tests on rupture disks (rupture discs) to verify quality and safety.
Description
Rupture disc (rupture disk) inspectors confirm whether manufactured rupture disks meet design requirements and safety standards. Using drawings and specifications, they perform visual inspections, dimensional measurements with calipers and micrometers, burst pressure tests with pressure testing machines, and non-destructive inspections such as ultrasonic flaw detection and penetrant testing. They record inspection results, identify defective products, conduct root cause analysis, and collaborate with manufacturing and quality assurance departments on improvement activities.
Future Outlook
While automation and AI inspections are advancing in manufacturing sites, skilled technicians will continue to be needed for detecting minute anomalies and inspecting special materials. With the increasing sophistication of quality and safety standards, highly specialized inspection skills are expected to see stable demand.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Combination of Office and Field Work / Factory Work / Full-time / Shift Work
Career Path
Quality Inspector → Quality Control Engineer → Quality Assurance Manager → Manufacturing Department Leader → Production Engineer
Required Skills
Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Non-Destructive Testing Techniques / Precision Measuring Instrument Operation / Pressure Testing Machine Operation / Understanding JIS Standards and Specifications
Recommended Skills
CAD Drawing Reading Ability / Data Analysis / ISO9001 Internal Audit / QC Techniques (QC 7 Tools)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute scratches or dimensional errors can affect safety. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily follows procedures for inspections, with little need for creative thinking. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handles lightweight parts, so physical load is low. |
Related Qualifications
- JIS Z 2305 Certified Non-Destructive Testing Technician
- Third-Class Pressure Vessel Handling Operation Chief
Aliases
- Rupture Disc Inspector
- Rupture Disk Inspector
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