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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Warehouse Associate

Legendcareerseu · Ghent, East Flanders, Belgium

As a Warehouse Associate, you are a key contributor in transforming healthcare. Your precision and dedication ensure our groundbreaking cell therapies are available to patients who need them the most. This is your chance to jumpstart your career and to make a real impact. At Legend Biotech, your ideas and input are valued, from day one.

What can you expect?  

Here's what you'll do: 

  • Inventory management: You accurately process inventory receipts, ensuring compliance with purchase orders and quality standards. Work with SAP and ERP software. 
  • Handle biohazard products: You safely manage blood bags, viral vectors, and other materials, following strict protocols for repacking and labeling. 
  • Work in extreme conditions: You Operate with materials stored at cryogenic temperatures (LN2, dry ice) using PPE and strict safety procedures. 
  • Documentation & compliance: You Maintain detailed logs to meet GMP and GDP standards in a pharmaceutical environment. 
  • Support operations & quality: You collaborate across departments to ensure smooth production and timely material delivery. 
  • Sterile work environment: You wear dedicated protective gear and maintain cleanliness per strict protocols. 
  • Training & improvement: You engage in ongoing training and help refine SOPs, Work Instructions, and training materials. 
  • Procurement support: You assist with procurement, maintaining records and resolving issues efficiently. 

Who are we looking for? 

We are on the hunt for passionate people ready to make a difference. More important than the list below is your drive and enthusiasm to go for it together.  

Education:

  • You have a secondary education diploma or a bachelors’ degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Accounting, or Business Management.  

Experience:

  • We offer extensive, in-house training after which you can start working smoothly in your new role.  

Languages:

  • You are fluent in English and proficient in Dutch. 

Strengths:

  • You are highly detail-oriented with strong administrative skills. You like to work independently, and you excel in prioritizing and multitasking. You have a continuous improvement and problem-solving mindset.

Expertise:

  • You communicate clearly and openly, and you are a true team player. You know your way around in
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