Precision Device Inspector Food, Wood & Garment Trades Workers
SaveWhat Does a Precision Device Inspector Do?
Precision device inspectors make sure precision devices, such as micrometers and gauges, operate according to design specifications. They may adjust the precision devices and their components in case of any faults.
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Quality Assurance Procedures
The procedures to inspect a product or system to ensure that it is according to specifications and requirements.
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Skills You Need to Become a Precision Device Inspector
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialQuality Assurance Procedures knowledge
The procedures to inspect a product or system to ensure that it is according to specifications and requirements.
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EssentialPrecision Mechanics knowledge
Precision or fine mechanics is a subdiscipline in engineering that focuses on the design and development of smaller precision machines.
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EssentialPrecision Measuring Instruments knowledge
Instruments used for precision measuring or manufacture, such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, scales, and microscopes.
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EssentialQuality Standards knowledge
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
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EssentialPrecision Engineering knowledge
Engineering discipline related to the fields of electrical engineering, electronics engineering, software engineering, optical engineering, and mechanical engineering that deals with the development of apparatus with very low tolerances.
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EssentialCommunicate Test Results To Other Departments skill
Communicate testing information such as testing schedules, samples testing statistics and test results, to the relevant departments.
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EssentialConduct Quality Control Analysis skill
Conduct inspections and tests of services, processes, or products to evaluate quality.
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EssentialEnsure Conformity To Specifications skill
Ensure that the assembled products are conform to the specifications given.
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EssentialMeet Deadlines skill
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
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EssentialMonitor Machine Operations skill
Observe machine operations and evaluate product quality thereby ensuring conformity to standards.
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EssentialRead Assembly Drawings skill
Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a …
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EssentialRead Standard Blueprints skill
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
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EssentialReport Defective Manufacturing Materials skill
Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
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EssentialTroubleshoot skill
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
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Optional Skills (5 of 29 displayed)
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OptionalMicrooptics knowledge
Optical devices with a size of 1 millimeter or smaller, such as microlenses and micromirrors.
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OptionalMicroelectronics knowledge
Microelectronics is a subdiscipline of electronics and relates the study, design, and manufacture of small electronic components, such as microchips.
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OptionalMicroelectromechanical Systems knowledge
Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) are miniaturised electromechanical systems made using processes of microfabrication. MEMS consist of microsensors, microactuators, microstructures, and microelectronics. MEMS can be used in a range of appliances, such …
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OptionalMicromechatronic Engineering knowledge
Cross-disciplinary engineering which focuses on the miniaturisation of mechatronic systems.
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OptionalCircuit Diagrams knowledge
Read and comprehend circuit diagrams showing the connections between the devices, such as power and signal connections.
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OptionalMicromechanics knowledge
The design and production of micromechanisms. Micromechanisms combine mechanical and electrical components in a single device that is less than 1mm across.
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OptionalMicroprocessors knowledge
Computer processors on a microscale that integrate the computer central processing unit (CPU) on a single chip.
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OptionalElectrical Engineering knowledge
Understand electrical engineering, a field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
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OptionalElectronics knowledge
The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications. Apply this knowledge to ensure electronic equipment runs smoothly.
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OptionalInstrument Performance Elements knowledge
Elements that indicate or influence instrument performance. A first indication of the performance of the instrument is the accuracy or precision of the instrument, such as its response time, resolution, …
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OptionalMechanical Engineering knowledge
Discipline that applies principles of physics, engineering and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems.
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OptionalMOEM knowledge
Micro-opto-electro-mechanics (MOEM) combines microelectronics, microoptics and micromechanics in the development of MEM devices with optical features, such as optical switches, optical cross-connects, and microbolometers.
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OptionalWaste Removal Regulations knowledge
Know and understand the regulations and legal agreements governing the performance of waste removal activities.
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OptionalCalibrate Electronic Instruments skill
Correct and adjust the reliability of an electronic instrument by measuring output and comparing results with the data of a reference device or a set of standardised results. This is …
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OptionalCheck System Parameters Against Reference Values skill
Make sure that the measurable factors which define the operation of a system correspond to the predetermined norms.
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OptionalInterpret Electrical Diagrams skill
Read and comprehend blueprints and electrical diagrams; understand technical instructions and engineering manuals for assembling electrical equipment; understand electricity theory and electronic components.
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OptionalKeep Records Of Work Progress skill
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
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OptionalMaintain Test Equipment skill
Maintain equipment used for testing the quality of systems and products.
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OptionalMeasure Electrical Characteristics skill
Measure voltage, current, resistance or other electrical characteristics by using electrical measuring equipment such as multimeters, voltmeters, and ammeters.
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OptionalOperate Precision Machinery skill
Operate machinery used for the making of small systems or components with a high level of precision.
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OptionalOperate Precision Measuring Equipment skill
Measure the size of a processed part when checking and marking it to check if it is up to standard by use of two and three dimensional precision measuring equipment …
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OptionalRemove Defective Products skill
Remove defective materials from the production line.
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OptionalResolve Equipment Malfunctions skill
Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions; communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.
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OptionalSend Faulty Equipment Back To Assembly Line skill
Send equipment that didn't pass inspection back to the assembly line for re-assembly.
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OptionalUse Precision Tools skill
Use electronic, mechanical, electric, or optical precision tools for precision work.
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OptionalWrite Inspection Reports skill
Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.
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OptionalWrite Records For Repairs skill
Write records of the repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, of parts and materials used, and other repair facts.
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OptionalCalibrate Precision Instrument skill
Examine the precision instruments and assess whether the instrument meets the quality standards and production specifications. Correct and adjust the reliability by measuring output and comparing results with the data …
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OptionalResearch Equipment Needs skill
Research equipment or required machine parts; compare sources, prices and delivery times.
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