FAQ
Weigher and Checker FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about working as a weigher and checker.
Straight answers to the questions people ask most about becoming a weigher and checker: pay, training time, degrees, certifications and whether it’s a good career.
9 questions about weigher and checkers
Do I need a license?
Some states require a weighmaster license.
Do I need a degree?
No.
Is the job declining?
BLS projects decline.
How much does a weigher and checker make?
The median annual wage for weigher and checkers was $46,380 ($22.30 per hour) in May 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The lowest 10% earned less than $35,290 and the highest 10% earned more than $60,910.
How long does it take to become a weigher and checker?
Most people need about A few weeks on the job of training. A high school diploma and short-term on-the-job training are typical.
Do you need a degree to be a weigher and checker?
No four-year degree is typically required. BLS lists “high school diploma or equivalent” as the typical entry-level education, plus short-term on-the-job training.
Is weigher and checker a good career?
It can be, depending on your goals. Employment is projected to change -4.8% from 2025–35 (a projected decline), with about 4,700 openings each year. Upsides include short training; a common challenge is that declining employment.
What skills does a weigher and checker need?
Key technical skills include scale operation, measurement, sampling, and data entry. Employers also value accuracy, honesty, and reliability.
What certifications are available for weigher and checkers?
Common credentials include Public weighmaster license, Grain sampling training, Forklift certification, and Safety training. Some states license public weighmasters who certify weights.
Still deciding?
Try the Weigher and Checker fit quiz, compare with Shipping and Receiving Clerk, or explore Weigher and Checker training.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025, SOC 43-5111 (Weighers, measurers, checkers, and samplers, recordkeeping).
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, BLS Employment Projections, Table 1.2 (2025–35).
- O*NET OnLine summary for Weighers, measurers, checkers, and samplers, recordkeeping (U.S. Department of Labor).
- BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Reviewed by the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team. Pay figures are national estimates; local pay varies. See our editorial policy.