CAREER

Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping

Overview

Salary Median (2020)

$43,270

Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)

+5.1% (as fast as the average)

Career

What Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping Do

Weigh, measure, and check materials, supplies, and equipment for the purpose of keeping relevant records. Duties are primarily clerical by nature. Includes workers who collect and keep record of samples of products or materials.

Other Job Titles Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping May Have

Cycle Counter, Fluid Operator, Inventory Specialist, Quality Assurance Inspector (QA Inspector), Scale Operator, Supply Clerk, Temperature Taker

Tasks & Responsibilities May Include

  • Document quantity, quality, type, weight, test result data, and value of materials or products to maintain shipping, receiving, and production records and files.
  • Weigh or measure materials, equipment, or products to maintain relevant records, using volume meters, scales, rules, or calipers.
  • Collect or prepare measurement, weight, or identification labels and attach them to products.
  • Examine products or materials, parts, subassemblies, and packaging for damage, defects, or shortages, using specification sheets, gauges, and standards charts.
  • Signal or instruct other workers to weigh, move, or check products.

Education

Level of Education Attained by Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping

Most common level of education among people in
this career: High school diploma or equivalent (50%)

Less than high school diploma

22%

High school diploma or equivalent

50%

Some college, no degree

19%

This page includes information from theO*NET 26.1 Databaseby the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under theCC BY 4.0license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.

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