Role Description

Engineering > Visual Inspection Technician

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Short Description:

A Visual Inspection Technician is responsible for examining products, materials, or components to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications. They conduct detailed visual inspections, identify defects or inconsistencies, and document findings for quality control purposes. Visual Inspection Technicians may use magnification tools, cameras, or specialized equipment to enhance accuracy in detecting imperfections. Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and knowledge of inspection procedures are essential for success in this role.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot problems with audio-visual equipment.
  • Train faculty and media staff on the use of audio-visual equipment.
  • Confer with teachers to select course materials and to determine which training aids are best suited to particular grade levels.
  • Attend conventions and conferences, read trade journals, and communicate with industry insiders to keep abreast of industry developments.
  • Supervise student workers.
  • Set up, adjust, and operate audio-visual equipment, such as cameras, film and slide projectors, and recording equipment, for meetings, events, classes, seminars, and video conferences.
  • Maintain hardware and software, including computers, scanners, color copiers, and color laser printers.
  • Install audio-visual equipment.
  • Locate and secure settings, properties, effects, and other production necessities.
  • Offer presentations and workshops on the role of multimedia in effective presentations.

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Attention to Detail: Strong observational skills to identify defects, irregularities, or inconsistencies in products, materials, or components.
  • Knowledge of Inspection Tools and Techniques: Familiarity with magnifiers, microscopes, calipers, gauges, and other inspection equipment used in quality control processes.
  • Understanding of Quality Standards and Regulations: Knowledge of industry-specific standards (e.g., ISO, FDA, ASTM) and company quality assurance protocols.
  • Hand-Eye Coordination and Dexterity: Ability to perform detailed visual inspections, often requiring steady hands and precision.
  • Basic Computer and Documentation Skills: Ability to record inspection results, generate reports, and input data into quality control software or databases.
  • Physical Stamina and Endurance: Capability to sit or stand for long periods while performing repetitive inspections.
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent: A high school diploma or GED is typically required, with additional vocational training in quality control being a plus.
  • Experience in Manufacturing or Quality Assurance (Preferred): Prior experience in an inspection, quality assurance, or manufacturing role is preferred but not always required.

Job Zones

  • Title:  Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
  • Education:  Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
  • Related Experience:   Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
  • Job Training:  Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
  • Job Zone Examples:  Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, chemists, art directors, and cost estimators.
  • SVP Range:  (7.0 to < 8.0)

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