ANZSCO Report 8393

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• studying product specifications and taking measurements to determine conformity to specifications
• examining and marking output for visible defects such as cracks, holes and breakages
• making minor repairs and adjustments to products
• compiling quality assurance reports, maintaining documentation and reporting findings
• examining products for defects and grading produce
• designating grading of produce and recording details of assessments according to classification system
• collecting and labelling samples for inspection
• recording details of sampling procedures and sources of samples
• preparing samples and carrying out prescribed tests

• 839311 Product Examiner
• 839312 Product Grader
• 839313 Product Tester

Alternative Titles:

• Quality Assurance Assessor
• Quality Control Assessor

Examines products to ensure conformity to specifications and standards of presentation and quality.

Skill Level: 4

Specialisations:

• Film Examiner
• Metal Products Viewer
• Textile Examiner
• Tyre Finisher and Examiner
• Vehicle Assembly Inspector

Grades primary produce by evaluating individual items or batches against established standards and records results.

Skill Level: 4

Specialisations:

• Fruit and Vegetable Classer

• Grain Quality Technician

• Meat Grader
• Milk and Cream Grader
• Timber Grader

Collects product samples, conducts tests to determine quality of produce and maintains records of results.

Skill Level: 4

Specialisations:

• Coal Sample Tester
• Glassware Verifier
• Iron Pellet Tester