Inspector Job Description

Inspector Job Description

4.6
176 votes for Inspector
Inspector provides technical support to operations and maintenance in the areas of electrical equipment utilization, operation, and maintenance.

Inspector Duties & Responsibilities

To write an effective inspector job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included inspector job description templates that you can modify and use.

Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Knowledgeable of mechanical assemblies, electronic components
Routinely use standard measuring equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, torque gauges
Manages all direct reports
Inspect machined work pieces to insure conformance to specification
Read fairly complicated blueprints or engineering specifications to obtain product information, such as specified material surface finish and dimensions
Measure dimensions such as length, height and distance between reference points, using precision instruments such as micrometer, caliper, dial indicator, air gauge, X-ray equipment, surface plate, go-no-go gauges
Complete all necessary inspection forms and reports
Inspect first run, in process and final parts
Report unusual problems or conditions to supervisor
Observe company safety rules and regulations

Inspector Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Inspector

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: NICET, NCDOT, API, NDT, II, CWI, NDE, III, NBIC, ASE

Education for Inspector

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the inspector job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in Technical, Education, Engineering, Associates, General Education, Construction, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Supervision, Management

Skills for Inspector

Desired skills for inspector include:

System capabilities
Web-based applications
Micrometers
Mechanical
Electrical
Operation
Dial indicators
Maintenance and basic repair of aerial
Earthmoving and general equipment
Current industry best practices in automotive repair

Desired experience for inspector includes:

May perform moderately complex inspections and conduct routine and standardized inspections
Perform contract documentation duties, which may include field measurements of pay items other department required documentation
Attend commodity material movements involving line and tank transfer or displacement, lighting, and loading and unloading
A positive attitude, high tolerance for job pressure and long hours, and the ability for working and communicating with persons of diverse personalities and backgrounds
Carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 40 pounds, the inspector will work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 ft., working within ducts, crawl spaces above ceiling
Maintain all SimplexGrinnell manuals, vehicles, tools, equipment, in accordance with Company procedures and policies and in a professional manner

Inspector Examples

1

Inspector Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of inspector. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for inspector
  • Use a variety of precision measuring & testing equipment including micrometers, calipers, visual techniques, pin or no/go gages, scales and other specialized inspection equipment
  • Selects part to be inspected
  • Candidate will be placed on shift at the refinery to conduct laboratory sampling
  • CCA , Systems, electromechanical, sub assemblies Inspector would be required to inspect product per L-3 standards, engineering requirements, customer specifications, work instructions, inspection plans
  • The ability to work with engineering type builds that provide limited formal documentation and/or formal contracts requiring detailed data, is essential
  • Qualified candidates must be able to maintain data on associated work and product lines
  • Candidate needs to have the ability to maintain a good working relationship with their teammates, internal and external customers
  • Provide support to the daily quality activities and functions throughout the manufacturing process
  • Ensure all products meet quality standards from start to finish of manufacturing
  • Provide problem-solving support to manufacturing throughout the system when necessary
Qualifications for inspector
  • Experience in programming CMM a must, (preferably PC DMIS) a plus
  • Must be capable of developing both product and process knowledge in a short period of time, or have prior equivalent production experience
  • Must have a good JOB PERFORMANCE, SAFETY AND ATTENDANCE RECORD
  • Must be flexible and willing to overtime and work staggered work hours as business needs dictate
  • Must be self motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal direction
  • Required to have a full understanding of all NFPA and local codes that apply (NFPA 25
2

Inspector Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of inspector. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for inspector
  • Perform quality checks and process audits as assigned
  • Knowledge of and ability to use various gages and equipment
  • Maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow standard safety practices and regulations
  • Other miscellaneous duties as required/assigned
  • Ensure materials and products are to print specification and within tolerance, per the print and QP (Quality Plan)
  • Perform inspections on materials, parts, assemblies, per the print and QP
  • Use various inspection tools, gauges and instruments based on the best method or whatever is available to perform the inspection
  • Perform dimensional inspections accurately
  • Perform visual inspections accurately
  • Achieve and maintain level II certification in MP or LP inspection
Qualifications for inspector
  • Only applicants that possess the minimum qualifications will be considered, please do not respond if you do not meet those noted above
  • 5 years of Construction Quality Assurance experience required
  • Must be able to take notes and prepare reports
  • Sprinkler Experience is a +
  • Demonstrate knowledge and experience of inspection work
  • Demonstrate their ability to work as an effective team player
3

Inspector Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of inspector. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for inspector
  • Ability to work proficiently with little to no guidance
  • Ability to train inspectors in various inspection areas
  • Ability to navigate through SAP efficiently in all aspects of the inspection process
  • Conduct rig sales calls to promote service
  • Inspect all non-pressure retaining components including, but not limited to, foundations, fireboxes, burners, stacks, dampers, structural members, tank seals, spring hangers
  • Provide repair recommendations on shutdown of equipment and piping due to corrosion and serviceability
  • Assign the inspection interval for pressure equipment (vessels, columns, piping, exchangers, ) monitor the condition of this equipment using appropriate strategies and tools to detect potential damage mechanisms
  • Must pay attention to detail and ensure task accuracy
  • Be able to adhere to and follow safety guidelines all company policies at all times
  • Maintain company vehicle all the company issued tools and equipment
Qualifications for inspector
  • Work to procedures and demonstrate this under audit conditions
  • IT tool literate – use of ERP system and use MS office tools
  • Demonstrated ability to read purchase orders, parts lists and material specifications
  • High School graduate or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) years machine shop, quality control, or related experience
  • Capable of calculating basic mathematical functions including computation of rate, ratio and percent
  • Ability to review, analyze and disposition non-conforming material
4

Inspector Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking for an inspector. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for inspector
  • Perform final inspection before product goes to shipping department
  • Analyze computer specs and inspection results to determine acceptance or rejection of parts
  • Measure equipment verifications or calibrations
  • Assist in the creation of splice plans, test plans, and other documentation items as directed by the project manager
  • Monitor fiber optic plant construction activities to ensure products are being installed within customer guidelines and manufacturer standard recommended procedures
  • Visit customers on a weekly basis to ensure customer satisfaction and discuss any new projects being planned
  • Mentors new team members and completes assignments
  • Perform incoming, first piece, and final inspection as required by product/cell
  • Work from established inspection procedures, blueprints, customer specifications and drawings, and other quality criteria to determine acceptance and rejection of products
  • Inspecting brakes for quality assurance
Qualifications for inspector
  • Demonstrate personal drive and motivation to identify and implement process improvements
  • 1 – 3 years of experience working in the laboratory preferred
  • Experience in evaluating defects and determining root cause
  • Experience in implementing corrective action
  • Broad technical knowledge along with experience in industrial coatings, tank inspections, piping and tank corrosion
  • Ability to work with existing clients and develop new clients
5

Inspector Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of inspector. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for inspector
  • Inspect brackets
  • Independently conduct off site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s)
  • Must comply with company procedures surrounding the job
  • Provides construction administration support on numerous different transportation projects during summer construction season
  • Assist the Manager and Senior Project Managers by carrying out project management activities such as project team co-ordination, schedule monitoring, budget compliance and invoice preparation
  • To perform, by specified methodology, visual observation, volume measurement, temperature
  • To monitor the availability of the supplies needed for the above processes, and to make any
  • Where two or more Inspectors are on a job, the Inspector designated as Lead Inspector has
  • Perform final inspection, receiving inspection, and work with inspectors and manufacturing employees in other inspection areas
  • Accountable for product/process incoming and/or final inspection activities required for purchased and manufactured parts, respectively, and processes
Qualifications for inspector
  • Graduation from high school and seven (7) years of progressive transportation technician experience for a State Highway Agency
  • Proficient with all technical testing and assessment tools
  • Ability to produce technical assessment reports/presentations
  • The Inspector must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience performing inspections in Fire Life and Safety
  • Prior experience as a quality inspector highly preferred

Related Job Descriptions

Resume Builder

Create a Resume in Minutes with Professional Resume Templates