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Work with maintenance or senior operators for more complex issues.\nQuality Control and Inspection:\nPerform regular inspections of materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards. Use measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.) to check product dimensions and specifications.\nRecord quality control results, machine performance, and any discrepancies found during production. 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