Wire Testing Technician
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who measures and evaluates the electrical and physical properties of wires and cables using various testing equipment at manufacturing sites to ensure quality.
Description
Wire testing technicians operate various testing equipment, such as insulation resistance testers, withstand voltage testers, continuity testers, and tensile testers, to acquire and analyze measurement data to confirm whether manufactured wires and cables meet the required performance standards. Based on test results, they collaborate with quality control and manufacturing departments to investigate causes of defects and issue improvement instructions. Additionally, calibration and maintenance of testing equipment, as well as adherence to safety management procedures, are important tasks.
Future Outlook
While automation of manufacturing processes and the introduction of AI inspection technologies are advancing, specialized knowledge is still required for interpreting test results and maintaining equipment, so the importance of advanced data analysis skills is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Meticulous / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Work / Shift Work / Team Work / Testing Room Work
Career Path
Wire Testing Technician (Junior) → Wire Testing Technician → Quality Control Engineer → Manufacturing Department Leader → Quality Assurance Manager
Required Skills
Compliance with Safety Regulations / Measuring Instrument Operation / Quality Control Techniques / Understanding Test Procedure Manuals
Recommended Skills
Cable Manufacturing Processes / Equipment Maintenance (Basic Knowledge) / Reading English Technical Documents / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To evaluate test results and infer the causes of quality issues. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute errors in measurement values directly affect product quality. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Standardized testing procedures are the main focus, and original ideas are not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly laboratory or inspection process work with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- QC Certification
Aliases
- Cable Testing Technician
- Wire Inspector
- Wire Tester
Related Jobs
- Electrical Machinery and Equipment Assembler
- Quality Control Engineer
- Wire Maintenance Technician
- Wire Manufacturing Worker
- Wire Processing Worker