Hard Skills
IntermediatePrecision MeasurementThe use of specialized instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and height gauges to verify that tool dimensions meet engineering specifications.
IntermediateBlueprint ReadingInterpreting technical drawings and CAD schematics to understand required dimensions, tolerances, and material finishes for hardware products.
IntermediateHardness TestingOperating Rockwell, Brinell, or Vickers testing equipment to measure the resistance of metal tools and knife blades to indentation and deformation.
IntermediateVisual InspectionSystematically examining the surface finish of knives and hardware for defects like burrs, cracks, discoloration, or inconsistent sharpening.
BeginnerQuality DocumentationRecording inspection results, defect types, and batch numbers in Quality Management Systems (QMS) or physical logbooks to maintain traceability.