Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Maintenance Supervisor - 5K Sign-On Bonus

Hoodhp · Suffield, CT

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. 

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

2nd Shift: 3PM - 12 AM

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Supervisor will manage the everyday operation and upkeep of the equipment and building, planning and implementing projects and safety issues within and around the plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

  • Manages day- to-day activities of a team of direct reports and communicates daily with Plant Manager.
  • Supports operational departments by maintaining equipment and resolves mechanical malfunctions to increase productivity, job capabilities, and equipment capabilities at the department’s request.
  • Establishes and maintains a positive work environment including but not limited to personal development, training, and safety.
  • Creates and analyzes maintenance work orders and assigns maintenance personnel to complete all necessary orders. Follows up with the assigned personnel as needed until the order is complete. 
  • Plan and execute projects in conjunction with what is assigned by the Plant Manager.
  • Controlling inventories, parts ordering, and vendor communication. Focus on improving operations and improving costs.
  • Assists in the scheduling of maintenance team to ensure projects are completed.
  • Supports SQF (Safe Quality Foods) by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner, following site GMPs (good manufacturing practices).
  • Assists in SQF audits by maintaining and implementing maintenance procedures and programs to meet SQF guidelines. Reviews and maintains all documentation and records.
  • Serves as backup for all maintenance technicians when there are vacations or call outs.
  • Hires, Trains, supervise and provide skill development and coaching for all maintenance employees.
  • Develops, implements, and updates policies and procedures for maintenance services.
  • Evaluates service agreements/contracts and submits recommendations to the Plant Manager.
  • Design, maintain and or implement preventative maintenance systems.
  • Oversee and train contractors completing projects at the facility.  
  • Other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.

Education and Experience:   

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance within a plant or manufacturing industry. Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
  • At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience required.
  • Industry background in Food or Beverage preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience within mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Experience within PLC’s and Ammonia Refrigeration preferred
  • Experience working with outside vendors and contractors.

Skills and Competencies: 

  • Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
  • Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
  • Inspires and motivates others to perform well.

Physical Requirements: 

  • Standing: Long periods (a minimum of 4 hours).
  • Sitting: Occasionally for long periods.
  • Walking: Frequently.
  • Bending: Occasionally.
  • Twisting of Spine: Occasionally.
  • Lifting: Light (up to 50lbs) infrequently distance- 100 ft.
  • Pushing/Pulling: under 75lbs without assistance infrequently.

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Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is
$92,900$106,600 USD

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

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