"I've worked at a car manufacturing company similar to yours for the last three years. There, I inspected car parts, such as engines, windshields, and seats. Once the cars were assembled, I also inspected the final product. We made cars and SUVs at the plant where I worked."

"After noticing multiple products with the same defect, I'd check the next few coming down the line for the issue. If it's there, I'd call my manager to shut the production line down immediately. This would give us time to determine why the defect is occurring and fix the error before we create any more defective products."

"Quality assurance is a part of quality management that focuses on preventing defects. It ensures the method and process used to create the product is implemented correctly. By comparison, quality control focuses on identifying potential defects that may still occur by inspecting and testing products."

"In my previous role, I used a variety of tools depending on the task I was doing. I primarily used histograms, stratification analysis, check sheets, cause-and-effect diagrams, Pareto charts, scatter diagrams, control charts, and flowcharts."

"There are several quality control tests we can perform, such as unit, volume, recovery, usability, and stress testing.The type of test I use depends on the product, but I typically use a combination to ensure the product functions well, is safe to use, and meets the manufacturer's design standards."

"I enjoy repetitive tasks as they help me develop my skills and make my process perfect. So, I stay focused by thoroughly inspecting every product and part. Although they look similar, it's important to note any defects or differences to ensure I'm not letting any imperfect products slip past me. Before I know it, it's usually time for a break to refresh my body and mind."

"I'd note the defect or errors consistently occurring and the employee that was causing them. Then, I'd set a meeting with my manager to show them the documents and an example of the defective product. I'd offer to talk to the employee myself to explain what was wrong with the product and how to fix it. Going forward, I'd monitor the employee's products to ensure the same error wasn't occurring still."

"In my previous role, we used GoSpotCheck to perform quality control tasks. It was great for inspections and audits, as we could easily access a unique quality control checklist for every product. It helped me stay organised and manage my tasks much easier. I learned how to use the software pretty easily, so I'd be happy to learn how to use any other software you prefer as well."

"Every step involved in quality control falls into two phases, either reviewing or testing. In the testing phase, the five steps are unit, integration, system, system integration, and non-functional testing. Specific tests may change depending on the product, but this phase is usually quite thorough."

"My greatest skills as a quality control inspector are my attention to detail and problem-solving skills. My attention to detail ensures that no defects or errors go unnoticed. I can quickly identify any product that needs to be pulled off the line for further testing, ensuring that we sell no imperfect products to customers. My problem-solving skills help me react quickly in situations, such as needing to determine whether I need to shut down the line because of the same defects coming up consistently."

"On a quality control checklist, you can find packaging and product requirements, such as desired dimensions, material, colour, markings, and labelling. The checklist may also include tests or checks inspectors may have to perform, such as moisture checks, function tests, or barcode scans."

"When explaining a technical process or findings to those without a technical background, I explain everything thoroughly. I usually use visuals, such as showing defects I'm talking about, to simplify the explanation. I also avoid using any technical language and answer questions as I explain."

"I completed Seneca College's quality assurance certificate programme. The school helped me find an internship where I received on-the-job training as well. After a year of interning, I took the American Society of Quality's certification examination and passed, making me a certified quality technician."

"I previously worked as a quality control inspector at a factory that made refrigerators. As the product was quite big, it was easier to inspect than products with a lot of small parts. So, I could inspect three to five refrigerators thoroughly every hour."

"I'd ask the quality control inspector why they were approving those products and point out specific reasons I wouldn't. They might just not be aware of certain standards, so pointing them out would be my first step. But, if I continued to notice my colleague approving faulty products, I'd escalate the issue to my manager."