Weighing Clerk (Weighbridge Operation)
けんりょうがかりいん（けんかんぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A clerical occupation that accurately measures the weight of cargo or products using weighing instruments such as truck scales, and records and manages the results.
Description
Weighing clerks (weighbridge operation) use truck scales and various weighing instruments to measure the weight of cargo and vehicles, and record measurement results in systems or forms. At logistics bases and production sites, they handle verification of shipment and receipt quantities, charge calculations, data provision for safe operations, and more. They perform daily inspections and simple maintenance of weighing instruments to maintain accurate weighing, while conducting record management in compliance with laws and regulations.
Future Outlook
With the introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies in the logistics industry, weighing operations may become increasingly mechanized. Data management and IT integration skills will be in even greater demand in the future.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Weighing Leader → Logistics Clerk → Inventory Manager → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Basic PC Operation / Data Entry / Measuring Instrument Maintenance / Weighing Instrument Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Quality Control Knowledge / Inventory Management System / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate weighing and recording are required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because accurate reading and input of weighing results are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Much of the work is routine, and little original idea generation is required. |
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