Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping
Also called Fluid Operator, Inventory Specialist, Quality Assurance Inspector (QA Inspector), or Temperature Taker
What Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping do
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.
Who tends to enjoy it
Organizing
People who like keeping things accurate, orderly, and running on schedule.
Hands-on
People who like building, fixing, working with tools, machines, plants, or animals.
Curious
People who like figuring things out, research, science, and solving problems.
What you'd actually do
- 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.
- Collect product samples and prepare them for laboratory analysis or testing.
- Maintain, monitor, and clean work areas, such as recycling collection sites, drop boxes, counters and windows, and areas around scale houses.
A typical day involves
Skills that matter most
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Speaking
- Monitoring
- Active Listening
- Social Perceptiveness
What you'll need to know
- Production and Processing
- Mathematics
- English Language
- Administration and Management
- Administrative
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