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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Quality Control Technician

Merit · Adren Hills, MN

Work Shift:

DAY

Work Schedule:

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

Location: This position is onsite and will be based at our Minnesota location:

Merit Medical - MSP
1265 Grey Fox Road, Suite 550
Arden Hills, MN 55112

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

•           Performs inspections of purchased parts, subassemblies, or finished goods according to defined procedures.

•           Accurately documents the results of the inspections and testing.

•           Assists in developing or updating inspection procedures as needed.

•           Generates Nonconforming Material Reports (NCMR) for products not meeting specifications.

•           Tracks and maintains NCMR’s through the Quality Management System.

•           Generates Certificate of Compliance documentation for finished good product.

•           Coordinates annual calibration with outside calibration services.

•           Coordinates annual cleanroom certification with outside cleanroom certification service.

•           Supports monthly monitoring and trending meetings.

•           Submits Bioburden and endotoxin samples to outside testing facility.

•           Reviews Device History Records and other documents for compliance with established procedures.

•           Performs a variety of other tasks and related work, as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

•           Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. -- local practice may apply.

•           Writing

•           Sitting

•           Standing

•           Bending

•           Visual acuity

•           Color perception

•           Depth perception

•           Reading

•           Field of vision/peripheral

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•           Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma.

•           A minimum of three years of work related experience.

•           Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.

•           Knowledge of various tooling and testing equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

•           Knowledge of manufacturing practices and ISO requirements.

•           Experience working in a medical device environment.

COMPETENCIES

•           Organization

•           Interpersonal Skills

•           Teamwork

•           Written and Verbal Communication

Pay Range: $23-31 per hour

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category II:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs.  Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.

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