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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. |
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Data base management system software |
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Discard or reject products, materials, or equipment not meeting specifications. |
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Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications. |
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Record inspection or test data, such as weights, temperatures, grades, or moisture content, and quantities inspected or graded. |
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Mark items with details such as grade or acceptance-rejection status. |
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Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers. |
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Analyze test data, making computations as necessary, to determine test results. |
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Collect or select samples for testing or for use as models. |
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Compare colors, shapes, textures, or grades of products or materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards. |
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Write test or inspection reports describing results, recommendations, or needed repairs. |
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Read dials or meters to verify that equipment is functioning at specified levels. |
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Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. |
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Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
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Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively. |
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Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. |
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Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. |
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Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. |
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Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. |
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Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. |
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Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. |
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Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. |
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Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. |
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Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. |
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English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
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Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. |
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Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. |
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Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. |
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Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. |
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Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. |
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Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. |
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Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. |
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(Please note that some searches may not produce any results.) |
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These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
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Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
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Statewide |
$58,241.00 |
$28.00 |
$19.06 |
$20.58 - $32.46 |
Bridgeport/Stamford |
$66,600.00 |
$32.02 |
$20.23 |
$22.73 - $37.60 |
Danbury |
$56,121.00 |
$26.98 |
$19.28 |
$20.95 - $31.29 |
Hartford |
$56,286.00 |
$27.06 |
$19.11 |
$21.17 - $30.94 |
New Haven |
$54,766.00 |
$26.33 |
$18.69 |
$19.73 - $30.43 |
New London/Norwich |
$63,641.00 |
$30.60 |
$19.20 |
$19.67 - $37.81 |
Waterbury |
$47,110.00 |
$22.64 |
$16.44 |
$17.35 - $25.38 |
Torrington |
$53,824.00 |
$25.87 |
$19.14 |
$20.21 - $29.93 |
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Employment in this occupation is expected to grow more slowly than average, and the number of annual openings will offer limited job opportunities. |
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