Quality Technician (General)
Inspect, test, sort, sample, or weigh nonagricultural raw materials or processed, machined, fabricated, or assembled parts or products for defects, wear, and deviations from specifications. May use precision measuring instruments and complex test equipment.
At a Glance
Quality Technician (General) earns an average of $57,673/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 3–3.4 years. Top skills: Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Safety Assurance.
$57,673/yr
High school or GED
3–3.4 years
27
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers
Median Wage
$47,460/yr
Growth (2024-34)
0.0%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Auditing
Lifting Ability
Food Safety And Sanitation
Statistical Process Controls
Quality Management
Production Process
Product Inspection
Engineering Drawings
Packaging And Labeling
Statistics
Good Manufacturing Practices
Housekeeping
Hazard Analysis And Critical Control Points (HACCP)
Test Data
Food Science
Continuous Improvement Process
Production Part Approval Process
Laboratory Experience
Common Skills (11)
Quality Assurance
Quality Control
Safety Assurance
Communication
Detail Oriented
Multitasking
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Professionalism
Computer Literacy
Certifications (1)
Valid Driver's License
Related Specializations
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