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Hand Packer

Hand Packer

  • Ideal for those who enjoy hands-on work with diverse products and materials.
  • Ensure quality and precision in packaging, impacting product delivery and satisfaction.
  • Unique role in maintaining standards and accuracy in product handling and records.
💰 Earn $34K-$41K
📚 None
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Overview

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

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Minimum Education

None

Career Prospects

Shaky (Decreasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

6 months to 1 year

Job Openings

84,500 Annually

Median Earnings

$36,700 in California
$34,830 Nationally

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Day-to-Day

  • Examine and inspect containers, materials, or products to ensure that product quality and packing specifications are met.
  • Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
  • Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records.
  • Seal containers or materials, using glues, fasteners, nails, and hand tools.
  • Assemble, line, and pad cartons, crates, and containers, using hand tools.

Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

  • Using data or completing tasks
  • Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

    You value 🙏

    • Having support
    • Having freedom
    • Personal relationships

    Deep Dive

    Hand Packer

    Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

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    📚 None
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