Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping

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.

Median Annual Wage: $28,570

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (60%); Some college, no degree (23%); Associate's degree (9%)

Projected Growth: Average (8% to 14%)

Related Job Titles: Lab Technician; Quality Assurance Lab Technician; Quality Control Lab Technician; Cycle Counter; Quality Control Technician; Scale Operator; Supply Clerk; Inventory Specialist; Material Control Manager; Quality Control Operator

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping.

More Office and Administrative Support Careers

  • Collect or prepare measurement, weight, or identification labels and attach them to products.
  • Document quantity, quality, type, weight, test result data, and value of materials or products to maintain shipping, receiving, and production records and files.
  • Compare product labels, tags, or tickets, shipping manifests, purchase orders, and bills of lading to verify accuracy of shipment contents, quality specifications, or weights.
  • Count or estimate quantities of materials, parts, or products received or shipped.
  • Weigh or measure materials, equipment, or products to maintain relevant records, using volume meters, scales, rules, or calipers.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping.

  • Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
  • Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  • Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  • Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
  • Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.
  • Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping.

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