Integrated circuits inspector vs line inspector

The differences between integrated circuits inspectors and line inspectors can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, an integrated circuits inspector has an average salary of $48,791, which is higher than the $27,718 average annual salary of a line inspector.

The top three skills for an integrated circuits inspector include computer programs, pressure test and pressure vessels. The most important skills for a line inspector are basic math, quality standards, and safety regulations.

Integrated circuits inspector vs line inspector overview

	Integrated Circuits Inspector	Line Inspector
Yearly salary	$48,791	$27,718
Hourly rate	$23.46	$13.33
Growth rate	-3%	-3%
Number of jobs	17,560	62,183
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 53%	High School Diploma, 44%
Average age	45	45
Years of experience	-	-

Integrated circuits inspector vs line inspector salary

Integrated circuits inspectors and line inspectors have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Integrated Circuits Inspector	Line Inspector
Average salary	$48,791	$27,718
Salary range	Between $30,000 And $76,000	Between $21,000 And $35,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
Best paying industry	-	-

Differences between integrated circuits inspector and line inspector education

There are a few differences between an integrated circuits inspector and a line inspector in terms of educational background:

	Integrated Circuits Inspector	Line Inspector
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 53%	High School Diploma, 44%
Most common major	Education	Business
Most common college	-	-

Integrated circuits inspector vs line inspector demographics

Here are the differences between integrated circuits inspectors' and line inspectors' demographics:

	Integrated Circuits Inspector	Line Inspector
Average age	45	45
Gender ratio	Male, 75.4% Female, 24.6%	Male, 53.0% Female, 47.0%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 10.8% Unknown, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino, 17.6% Asian, 10.5% White, 56.0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%	Black or African American, 11.8% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 17.0% Asian, 8.0% White, 58.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
LGBT Percentage	4%	4%

Differences between integrated circuits inspector and line inspector duties and responsibilities

Integrated circuits inspector example responsibilities.

Determine if discrepancies exist by obtaining information from multiple sources (e.g., drawings, BAC specifications, shop communication).
Conduct dimensional and visual inspections procedures on CMM machines to ensure geometrical characteristics of the product are in specification.
Perform system upgrades several times on steam lines, condensers, air, gas and oil lines.

Line inspector example responsibilities.

Inspect and certify all Honda accord auto parts.
Conduct conformity inspections, and coordinate inspection reviews with FAA & AFPRO.
Develop and maintain controls to ensure adherence to QA procedures and policies.
Develop and administer QA and inspection training programs for incoming material and production operations.
Perform visual external corrosion and internal erosion inspection utilizing NDT techniques on process piping and equipment during refinery turnarounds.
Require strong knowledge of manufacturing procedures and operations, including ISO standards and specifications.

Integrated circuits inspector vs line inspector skills

Common integrated circuits inspector skills

Computer Programs, 22%
Pressure Test, 17%
Pressure Vessels, 16%
Functional Test, 11%
Aircraft Components, 8%
Storage Tanks, 7%

Common line inspector skills

Basic Math, 23%
Quality Standards, 9%
Safety Regulations, 8%
Production Lines, 7%
GMP, 7%
Assembly Line, 6%

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