O*NET-SOC 51-9061.00

Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers

Inspect, test, sort, sample, or weigh nonagricultural raw materials or processed, machined, fabricated, or assembled parts or products for defects, wear, and deviations from specifications. May use precision measuring instruments and complex test equipment.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Discard or reject products, materials, or equipment not meeting specifications.Core12472
Mark items with details, such as grade or acceptance-rejection status.Core12478
Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.Core12480
Notify supervisors or other personnel of production problems.Core20299
Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications.Core12474
Write test or inspection reports describing results, recommendations, or needed repairs.Core12485
Recommend necessary corrective actions, based on inspection results.Core20300
Read dials or meters to verify that equipment is functioning at specified levels.Core12486
Make minor adjustments to equipment, such as turning setscrews to calibrate instruments to required tolerances.Core12495
Read blueprints, data, manuals, or other materials to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustment methods, certification processes, formulas, or measuring instruments required.Core20298
Check arriving materials to ensure that they match purchase orders, submitting discrepancy reports as necessary.Supplemental20302
Monitor production operations or equipment to ensure conformance to specifications, making necessary process or assembly adjustments.Core20306
Inspect or test raw materials, parts, or products to determine compliance with environmental standards.Supplemental19920
Record inspection or test data, such as weights, temperatures, grades, or moisture content, and quantities inspected or graded.Core12477
Analyze test data, making computations as necessary, to determine test results.Supplemental12481
Compare colors, shapes, textures, or grades of products or materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards.Supplemental12484
Clean, maintain, calibrate, or repair measuring instruments or test equipment, such as dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges.Supplemental20301
Fabricate, install, position, or connect components, parts, finished products, or instruments for testing or operational purposes.Supplemental12491
Administer tests to assess whether engineers or operators are qualified to use equipment.Supplemental20311
Monitor machines that automatically measure, sort, or inspect products.Supplemental20307
Interpret legal requirements, provide safety information, or recommend compliance procedures to contractors, craft workers, engineers, or property owners.Supplemental12497
Adjust, clean, or repair products or processing equipment to correct defects found during inspections.Supplemental12488
Position products, components, or parts for testing.Core20304
Remove defects, such as chips, burrs, or lap corroded or pitted surfaces.Core12487
Compute usable amounts of items in shipments.Supplemental20308
Collect or select samples for testing or for use as models.Core12482
Grade, classify, or sort products according to sizes, weights, colors, or other specifications.Supplemental12493
Disassemble defective parts or components, such as inaccurate or worn gauges or measuring instruments.Supplemental20310
Compute defect percentages or averages, using formulas and calculators.Supplemental20303
Stack or arrange tested products for further processing, shipping, or packaging.Core20305
Weigh materials, products, containers, or samples to verify packaging weights or ingredient quantities.Supplemental20309

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 42 examples in 22 categories, 18 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Data base management system software

Apache HiveHot Technology
Apache Pig

Content workflow software

Atlassian JIRAHot Technology

Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk AutoCADHot Technology
Computer assisted design software
Dassault Systemes CATIA
Dassault Systemes SolidWorksHot Technology
Mastercam Design

Computer aided manufacturing CAM software

Computer-aided inspection software
Mastercam computer-aided design and manufacturing software

Industrial control software

Coordinate measuring machine software
Cybermetrics GAGETrak
Statistical process control SPC data collection devices
Verisurf Metrology
Wilcox Associates PC-DMIS Inspection Planner

Analytical or scientific software

Data analysis software
Design of experiments DOE software
Minitab
The MathWorks MATLABHot Technology
Tolerance analysis software

Data base user interface and query software

Data entry software
Database software
FileMaker Pro
Microsoft AccessHot Technology
Structured query language SQLHot Technology

Enterprise application integration software

Extensible markup language XMLHot Technology

Electronic mail software

IBM Lotus Notes
IBM Notes
Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Label making software

Inspection marking systems

Optical character reader OCR or scanning software

Label inspection systems

Medical software

Medical condition coding software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot TechnologyIn Demand

Document management software

Microsoft SharePointHot Technology

Process mapping and design software

Microsoft VisioHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot TechnologyIn Demand

Object or component oriented development software

RHot Technology

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

SAP softwareHot Technology

Program testing software

SeleniumHot Technology

Desktop communications software

Skype

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Test products for functionality or quality.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Analyze test results.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Inspect items for damage or defects.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Compare physical characteristics of materials or products to specifications or standards.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Weigh finished products.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Evaluate capabilities or training needs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Evaluate quality of materials or products.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Processing Information

Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Performing General Physical Activities

Clean production equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Stack finished items for further processing or shipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Handling and Moving Objects

Fabricate parts or components.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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- Not mapped yet
Connect electrical components or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Collect samples of materials or products for testing.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Calibrate equipment to specifications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Smooth metal surfaces or edges.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

Repair production equipment or tools.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

Maintain production or processing equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Documenting/Recording Information

Record operational or production data.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

Instruct workers to use equipment or perform technical procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise others on ways to improve processes or products.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 31

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Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.