Job Description:

• 1) Examines assembled caskets visually and tactually to determine their conformance to specifications: Inspects casket lining for irregularities, such as faulty design, discoloration of material, unconcealed tacks, and bulges in padding.

• 2) Opens and closes top panel to determine presence of obstructions.

• 3) Blows out inside and outside of casket to remove dust, using compressed air gun.

• 4) Inspects casket exterior for defects, such as torn covering, nicks, spots, incompleteness, misalignment, and imperfect finish.

• 5) Keeps rejection records, noting such factors as number of units inspected, number of units rejected, and reason for rejection.

• 6) Removes spots from lining and cover with solvent.

• 7) Identifies types of defects and returns caskets to workers for correction.

• 8) May touch up scratches, using felt tip pen, and steam wrinkles from casket lining, using portable steamer.