Packers and Packagers, Hand

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  Transportation and Material Moving Occupations

Packers and Packagers, Hand

Also Called: Bagger, Crater, Mini Shifter, Pack Out Operator, Packager, Packaging Specialist, Packer, Picker and Packer, Sacker, Selector Packer, Bagger, Crater, Mini Shifter, Pack Out Operator, Packager, Packaging Specialist, Packer, Picker and Packer, Sacker, Selector Packer

What they do

Pack or package by hand a wide variety of products and materials.

$25,880
Starting Salary (2023)
$34,830
Median Salary (2023)
-1.0%
Projected Job Growth
645,210
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Examine and inspect containers, materials, or products to ensure that product quality and packing specifications are met.
Mark and label containers, container tags, or products, using marking tools.
Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records.
Assemble, line, and pad cartons, crates, and containers, using hand tools.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Enterprising
Business based Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Attention to Detail
Cooperation
Integrity
Initiative
Dependability
Stress Tolerance

What key skills are needed for this job?

Monitoring
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Coordination

Expected Knowledge

Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Common Activities

Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

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