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weights and measures inspector

Weights and measures inspectors ensure adherance to regulations and agreements pertaining to the weights and measures of packaged goods.

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Description

Weights and measures inspectors ensure adherance to regulations and agreements pertaining to the weights and measures of packaged goods. They investigate and document compliance issues and violations to promote best practice. Weights and measures inspectors confirm that packaged goods are in accordance to agreements such as quantity, content and packaging.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

consumer protection audit techniques fraud detection government policy implementation quality assurance procedures

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

products coding system numerical sequences types of packaging materials packaging processes international import export regulations consumer law

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

operate precision measuring equipment inspect government policy compliance undertake inspections test package compute average weight of cigarettes test instrumentation equipment handle shipment paperwork perform inspections required by international conventions analyse packaging requirements demonstrate proficiency in packaging standards oversee stock quality control write inspection reports ensure compliance with purchasing and contracting regulations present reports

OPTIONALOptional competences

differentiate types of packages protect client interests identify process improvements monitor packaging operations ensure compliance with shipment regulations handle customer complaints gather feedback from employees identify preventive actions weigh shipments conduct workplace audits assess quality of services respond to enquiries inspect quality of products identify damaged goods before shipment provide advice on breaches of regulation

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)