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Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping

What they 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.

Also Called:

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

TX Employment Data

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$34,870
Starting Salary (2025)
$47,710
Median Salary (2025)
-4.8%
Projected Job Growth
4,460
TX Employment (2025)

Typical Tasks

Weigh or measure materials, equipment, or products to maintain relevant records, using volume meters, scales, rules, or calipers.
Maintain, monitor, and clean work areas, such as recycling collection sites, drop boxes, counters and windows, and areas around scale houses.
Document quantity, quality, type, weight, test result data, and value of materials or products to maintain shipping, receiving, and production records and files.
Collect product samples and prepare them for laboratory analysis or testing.
Signal or instruct other workers to weigh, move, or check products.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Attention to Detail
Dependability
Integrity
Initiative
Cooperation
Stress Tolerance

What key skills are needed for this job?

Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Monitoring
Speaking
Service Orientation
Coordination

Expected Knowledge

Production and Processing

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Common Activities

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Documenting/Recording Information

Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.
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Job Zone 2

Some Preparation Needed

Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed.

Training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

Typical Education Required

Education a new hire may need

  • High school diploma 50%
  • Less than high school 22%
  • Some college 19%
  • Associate's degree 5%
  • Post-secondary certificate 4%
  • Other 1%
Source: O*NET Education, Training & Experience data

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Machine Feeders and Offbearers
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

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