Plant Operator Test

When looking to fill a plant operator position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A plant operator skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a plant operator skills test?

    A plant operator test is a pre-employment screening test used by employers. The test determines whether an individual has the required skills and abilities to carry out the role of a plant operator competently and safely.

    The test comprises multiple choice and situational questions, using scenarios that an individual may face when in the role. The results can then be used to evaluate an individual’s proficiency in skills needed to be a plant operator.

    Those that perform well in the test have the skills needed and can be progressed to the later stages of the process. This makes the test an efficient way to select suitable candidates for the role based on their skills.

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  1. What is a plant operator skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the plant operator skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures plant operator skills
  4. Plant Operator Test FAQs

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Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the plant operator skills test for pre-screening?

    Plant operators are essential to smoothly and efficiently running a construction or manufacturing site. Their role is focused on the operation of heavy machinery used on-site.

    The position carries great responsibility, and all plant operators must ensure they follow safety procedures and standard operating guidelines when using machinery.

    All plant operators need to have strong teamwork, good communication and excellent error checking abilities. These skills enable them to carry out their role safely, and in accordance with the overall project or production workflow they are involved in.

    As a recruiter, you want to be sure that the candidates you recruit for the role have these skills, but the challenge is that these skills are often difficult to assess from a CV or interview alone. The plant operator test overcomes this hurdle by providing recruiters with an easy-to-administer way of determining which applicants are proficient in these skills.

    The results from the test can be used as comparative data to distinguish between candidates of a similar skill level while also identifying candidates with high proficiency in the skills needed.

    When used in the early stages of the recruitment process, the test is a cost-effective and objective way to shortlist the best candidates based on the criteria for the role.

    The skills needed to be a plant operator are shared by many similar roles, meaning that the test can be used when recruiting for:

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How our test measures plant operator skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a plant operator were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our plant operator test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Plant Operator Test FAQs

Does the plant operator test assess attention to detail?

Attention to detail is a vital skill needed by all plant operators. In paying attention to detail in their daily tasks when operating plant machinery, whatever the setting, plant operators ensure they do so safely and competently. Using multiple choice and situational questions, the plant operator test assesses attention to detail.

Can I use this test to evaluate math skills?

The plant operator test evaluates some of the soft skills needed to be an effective plant operator. Additional tests, such as the numerical reasoning skills test, assess an individual’s aptitude for working with numerical data. This can be used for recruiters looking to evaluate an individual's math skills in depth.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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