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What is a sample supervisor and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being a sample supervisor. For example, did you know that they make an average of $23.02 an hour? That's $47,878 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow 7% and produce 1,100 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreSample SupervisorUS Average
Salary
3.7

Avg. Salary $47,878

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
8.1

Growth rate 7%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
4.5
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.70%

Asian 4.39%

Black or African American 11.29%

Hispanic or Latino 20.60%

Unknown 4.05%

White 58.98%

Gender

female 38.14%

male 61.86%

Age - 47
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 47
Stress level
8.1

Stress level is high

7.1 - high

Complexity level
7.1

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance
3.3

Work life balance is poor

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a sample supervisor

  1. Explore sample supervisor education requirements

    Most common sample supervisor degrees

    Bachelor's

    50.8 %

    Associate

    21.3 %

    High School Diploma

    16.4 %
  2. Start to develop specific sample supervisor skills

    SkillsPercentages
    FDA24.41%
    Performance Evaluations21.53%
    Lims17.98%
    Safety Policies13.33%
    Hazardous Waste5.65%
  3. Complete relevant sample supervisor training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New sample supervisors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a sample supervisor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real sample supervisor resumes.
  4. Research sample supervisor duties and responsibilities

    • Utilize and manage KRONOS timekeeping software in updating and maintaining payroll records; prepare and upload end-of-shift reports into SharePoint.
    • Collaborate with QC in checking batches for correct specs and modifications if need.
    • Perform and verify inspections of assembly operations using SPC techniques, specialize test equipment, and precision measuring instruments.EDUCTION :
    • Create kanban/supermarkets for raw material procurement thereby eliminating MRP.
  5. Apply for sample supervisor jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a sample supervisor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average sample supervisor salary

The average sample supervisor salary in the United States is $47,878 per year or $23 per hour. Sample supervisor salaries range between $30,000 and $74,000 per year.

Average sample supervisor salary
$47,878 Yearly
$23.02 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
Zippia Team

Editorial Staff

The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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