Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
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.
Median pay: $48,570/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: 0% projected growth, 2024–2034 — slower than average.
About 69,900 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Discard or reject products, materials, or equipment not meeting specifications.
• Mark items with details, such as grade or acceptance-rejection status.
• Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
• Notify supervisors or other personnel of production problems.
• Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications.
• Write test or inspection reports describing results, recommendations, or needed repairs.
• Recommend necessary corrective actions, based on inspection results.
• Read dials or meters to verify that equipment is functioning at specified levels.
What's the median pay for Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers?
The median pay for Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers is $48,570 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers?
Employment for Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers is projected to change 0% from 2024 to 2034 - slower than average.
What education is typically required for Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers?
About 69,900 openings per year, on average, over the decade.