Description of Job for Unit Inspectors
A unit inspector sorts through and tests products and services for a company. Unit inspectors work in practically every industry and make sure items meet company standards before being shipped for resale.
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Duties
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Unit inspectors typically use equipment and tools to monitor products. Depending on the industry, some test many products in a short period of time, while others take hours or days testing the same product repeatedly. Occasionally, they are responsible for repairing defective products.
Skills
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Unit inspectors must be highly analytical. They have to quickly identify issues and work toward a resolution, as well as be comfortable working in a team environment. Many also must possess basic math and technological skills.
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Qualifications
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Most unit inspectors need no more than a high school diploma. The majority hold entry-level positions and can learn on the job.
Prospects
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Opportunities for inspectors will decrease by four percent through 2018, according to projections by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Much of that has to do with the increasing number of automated methods of inspection.
Earnings
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Wages for unit inspectors vary by industry. According to the BLS, inspectors earned a median hourly wage of $15.02 in May 2008.
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