What is an inspector-repairer and how to become one

Key steps to become an inspector-repairer

1. Explore inspector-repairer education requirements

   Most common inspector-repairer degrees

   Associate

   30.7 %

   High School Diploma

   29.7 %

   Bachelor's

   25.7 %

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2. Start to develop specific inspector-repairer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Safety Regulations	31.26%
   Repair Defects	27.33%
   Inspection Process	8.74%
   Comparators	7.64%
   Technical Manuals	6.13%

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3. Complete relevant inspector-repairer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New inspector-repairers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an inspector-repairer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real inspector-repairer resumes.

4. Research inspector-repairer duties and responsibilities

   • Process and manage for MRB non-conforming products.
   • Conduct dimensional and visual inspections procedures on CMM machines to ensure geometrical characteristics of the product are in specification.
   • Prepare non-conformance reports with accurate document data for non- conforming materials for evaluation and disposition.

5. Apply for inspector-repairer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an inspector-repairer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams