What is a tool inspector and how to become one

Key steps to become a tool inspector

1. Explore tool inspector education requirements

   Most common tool inspector degrees

   Associate

   29.4 %

   High School Diploma

   25.0 %

   Bachelor's

   25.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific tool inspector skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Jigs	18.04%
   Hand Tools	10.61%
   Micrometers	7.28%
   CMM	7.20%
   Calipers	6.21%

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3. Complete relevant tool inspector training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New tool inspectors 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 a tool inspector based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real tool inspector resumes.

4. Research tool inspector duties and responsibilities

   • Inspect parts using height gauges, travel gauges, indicators, calipers, and comparators.
   • Read and interpret engineering drawings and inspection procedures in accordance with API.
   • Perform close tolerance inspection of support tooling including drill jigs, gages and templates.
   • Perform inspections on machine tooling and spare parts using CMM, vision systems, and other NIST certify equipment.

5. Apply for tool inspector jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a tool inspector 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