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"Materials Inspector"

Job Description - Part 1

Basic Job Description:

Examine and inspect materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear and to ensure conformance with work orders, diagrams, blueprints, and template specifications. Usually specialize in a single phase of inspection.

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Job Duties and Tasks for: "Materials Inspector"

1) Inspects materials, products, and work in progress for conformance to specifications, and adjusts process or assembly equipment to meet standards.

2) Collects samples for testing, and computes findings.

3) Reads dials and meters to verify functioning of equipment according to specifications.

4) Analyzes and interprets blueprints, sample data, and other materials to determine, change, or measure specifications or inspection and testing procedures.

5) Tests and measures finished products, components, or assemblies for functioning, operation, accuracy, or assembly to verify adherence to functional specifications.

6) Observes and monitors production operations and equipment to ensure proper assembly of parts, or assists in testing and monitoring activities.

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7) Marks items for acceptance or rejection, records test results and inspection data, and compares findings with specifications to ensure conformance to standards.

8) Confers with vendors and others regarding inspection results, recommends corrective procedures, and compiles reports of results, recommendations, and needed repairs.

9) Supervises testing or drilling activities, and adjusts equipment to obtain sample fluids or to direct drilling.

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10) Operates or tends machinery and equipment, and uses hand tools.

11) Fabricates, installs, positions, or connects components, parts, finished products, or instruments for testing or operational purposes.