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Quality Controller
Occupation Code: 7543
Alternative titles: Quality Assurance Technician, Quality Control Technician, Quality Control Inspector, Product Quality Inspector, Product Grader
Job description and duties
Quality Controllers are responsible for ensuring that manufactured products adhere to company quality standards. A Quality Controller is typically expected to:
• Test raw and/or finished products and/ or perform in-process testing for sub- assemblies
• Participate in the analysis of non-conforming products and together with the Quality Manager take necessary action
• Carry out controls using various industry specific methods
• Maintain records and documentation updated
• Support in delivering training to staff on good quality control procedures
• Ensure housekeeping policies are continuously observed
Work environment
Quality Controllers usually work in manufacturing plants, production factories and laboratories. Quality Controllers are typically required to work on a full-time basis. It is common for many manufacturing companies to operate on shift basis, including morning, afternoon and night shifts. Working hours are usually up to 40 hours a week spread over five days. Working during the weekends and on public holidays may be required.
Occupation data
Number of employees (2017)
508
Share of foreigners (2017)
11%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+14%
Median Pay (per annum)
€17,200
• Ensure that all machinery that will affect the
form, fit and functionality requirements of
the end product is calibrated Entry level education / special licences /
• Evaluate costs of non-standard cases (where warrants
applicable)
• Mark ‘checked’ and ‘on hold’ products
accordingly
• Provide input in the process and testing of
‘hold product’ identified for rework
• Draft quality reports
Requirements to work as a Quality Controller may vary according to the type of industry. While some employers may request work experience, others may require applicants to be in possession of a qualification at MQF Level 3
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