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Summary Description


	Operate or tend machines to prepare industrial or consumer products for storage or shipment. Includes cannery workers who pack food products.

Sample Job Titles

1.	A-Operator

2.	Adjuster/Packer

3.	Ampoule Filler

4.	Ampoule Sealer

5.	Apple Press Operator

6.	Assembly Leader

7.	Assembly Line Worker

8.	Assembly Person

9.	Assembly Worker

10.	Assemblyman or Woman

11.	Auto Roller

12.	Automatic Cigar Wrapper Tender

13.	Automatic Packer Operator

14.	Bag Bundler

15.	Bag Loader Machine Operator

16.	Bagger

17.	Bagging Machine Operator

18.	Baler

19.	Baling Machine Tender

20.	Bandage Wrapping Machine Operator

21.	Bander

22.	Barrel Filler

23.	Base Filler

24.	Base-Filler Operator

25.	Bb Shot Packer

26.	Belt Worker

27.	Blister Pack Operator

28.	Blister Packaging Machine Operator

29.	Blocker

30.	Boring and Filling Machine Operator

31.	Bottle Capper

32.	Bottle Capping Machine Operator

33.	Bottle Caser

34.	Bottle Filler

35.	Bottle Labeler

36.	Bottle Line Worker

37.	Bottle Packer

38.	Bottler

39.	Bottling Line Operator

40.	Bottling Machine Operator

41.	Bottling Room Worker

42.	Box Closing Machine Operator

43.	Box Strapper

44.	Boxer Operator

45.	Boxing Machine Operator

46.	Bread Wrapper

47.	Bread Wrapper Operator

48.	Bullet Charging Machine Operator

49.	Bunch Maker, Machine

50.	Bundle Tier and Labeler

51.	Bundler

52.	Bundling Machine Operator

53.	Can Capper

54.	Can Closing Machine Operator

55.	Can Coverer

56.	Can Filler

57.	Can Filling and Closing Machine Tender

58.	Can Labeler

59.	Can Line Operator

60.	Can Sealer

61.	Candle Wrapping Machine Operator

62.	Candy Wrapping Machine Operator

63.	Canner

64.	Cannery Worker

65.	Canning Machine Operator

66.	Capper

67.	Capper Machine Operator

68.	Capping Machine Operator

69.	Capsule Filler

70.	Capsule Filling Machine Operator

71.	Capsule Machine Operator

72.	Capsule Maker

73.	Carder

74.	Carton Filling Machine Operator

75.	Carton Machine Operator

76.	Carton Packaging Machine Operator

77.	Cartridge Filler

78.	Case Loader Operator

79.	Case Packer and Sealer

80.	Casing Finisher and Stuffer

81.	Casing Runner

82.	Casing Running Machine Tender

83.	Chemical Operator

84.	Cigar Bander

85.	Cigar Brander

86.	Cigarette Packer

87.	Cigarette Packing Machine Operator

88.	Closing Machine Operator

89.	Comfort Filler

90.	Corker

91.	Corking Machine Operator

92.	Cotton Baler

93.	Cotton Roll Packer

94.	Cubing Machine Tender

95.	Cylinder Filler

96.	Drum Filler

97.	Dumping Machine Operator

98.	Dynamite Packing Machine Operator

99.	Fabrication Technician

100.	Feed Weigher

101.	Filler

102.	Filler Machine Operator

103.	Filler Operator

104.	Filling and Stapling Machine Operator

105.	Filling Machine Operator

106.	Filling Machine Tender

107.	Filling Room Operator

108.	Foam Charger

109.	Foam Dispenser

110.	Food Bagging Machine Operator

111.	Fruit Canner

112.	Fruit Grader Operator

113.	Gelatin Dynamite Packing Operator

114.	Glass Vial Filler

115.	Ham Rolling Machine Operator

116.	Hot Kettle Tender

117.	Hydraulic Press Operator

118.	Icicle Machine Operator

119.	Insulation Packer

120.	Jar Capper

121.	Jar Filler

122.	Keg Filler

123.	Keg Header

124.	Labeler

125.	Labeling Machine Operator

126.	Level Glass Vial Filler

127.	Line Controller

128.	Line Leader

129.	Line Operator

130.	Lineman

131.	Link Machine Operator

132.	Linking Machine Operator

133.	Loading Machine Adjuster

134.	Loading Machine Operator

135.	Loading Unit Operator

136.	Loading Unit Tool Setter

137.	Lumber Tying Machine Operator

138.	Machine Bander and Cellophaner

139.	Machine Crater

140.	Machine Operator

141.	Machine Operator Mechanic

142.	Machine Package Sealer

143.	Machine Packager

144.	Machine Packer

145.	Machine Preservative Filler

146.	Machine Quilt Stuffer

147.	Manifold Operator

148.	Manufacturing Assistant

149.	Manufacturing Associate

150.	Manufacturing Operator

151.	Masking Machine Operator

152.	Meal Packer

153.	Meat Molder

154.	Meat Stuffer

155.	Milk Bottler

156.	Milk Bottling Machine Operator

157.	Nester

158.	Order Packer

159.	Oxygen Tank Filler

160.	Pack Machine Operator

161.	Pack Operator

162.	Packaging Associate

163.	Packaging Machine Operator

164.	Packaging Operator

165.	Packaging Technician

166.	Packaging/Filling Machine Operator

167.	Packer

168.	Packer Inspector

169.	Packing Machine Operator

170.	Packing Machine Pilot Can Router

171.	Plug Overwrap Machine Tender

172.	Potato Chip Packaging Machine Operator

173.	Potato Chip Sacking Machine Operator

174.	Pouch Maker

175.	Preservative Filler Machine Operator

176.	Pressman

177.	Produce Wrapper

178.	Production Hand

179.	Production Leader

180.	Production Line Operator

181.	Production Line Worker

182.	Production Packager

183.	Production Worker

184.	Punchboard Filling Machine Operator

185.	Rack Room Worker

186.	Rim Fire Priming Operator

187.	Rock Room Worker

188.	Roll Finisher

189.	Sand Slinger Operator

190.	Sausage Canner

191.	Sausage Stuffer

192.	Scrap Baller

193.	Seal Extrusion Operator

194.	Sealer

195.	Sealer Operator

196.	Sealing Machine Operator

197.	Sectionizer

198.	Sheeter Helper

199.	Snuff Packing Machine Operator

200.	Soft Work Wrapper Layer and Examiner

201.	Strap Machine Operator

202.	Strapping Machine Operator

203.	Stuffer

204.	Stuffing Machine Operator

205.	Tank Filler

206.	Tape Fastener Machine Operator

207.	Tea Bag Packer

208.	Tobacco Packing Machine Operator

209.	Tobacco Wrapping Machine Tender

210.	Toy Stuffer

211.	Tracer Bullet Charging Machine Operator

212.	Tray Casting Machine Operator

213.	Tying Machine Operator

214.	Vacuum Closing Machine Operator

215.	Vegetable Canner

216.	Wrapper Layer

217.	Wrapping Machine Operator

218.	Yeast Cutting and Wrapping Machine Operator

Job Tasks

	Sort, grade, weigh, and inspect products, verifying and adjusting product weight or measurement to meet specifications. Weigh finished products. Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications. Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading.

	Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards. Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.

	Monitor the production line, watching for problems such as pile-ups, jams, or glue that isn't sticking properly. Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.

	Attach identification labels to finished packaged items, or cut stencils and stencil information on containers, such as lot numbers or shipping destinations. Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

	Stock and sort product for packaging or filling machine operation, and replenish packaging supplies, such as wrapping paper, plastic sheet, boxes, cartons, glue, ink, or labels. Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading. Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.

	Package the product in the form in which it will be sent out, for example, filling bags with flour from a chute or spout. Package products for storage or shipment.

	Inspect and remove defective products and packaging material. Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

	Start machine by engaging controls. Package products for storage or shipment.

	Remove finished packaged items from machine and separate rejected items. Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.

	Count and record finished and rejected packaged items. Count finished products or workpieces. Record operational or production data.

	Adjust machine components and machine tension and pressure according to size or processing angle of product. Package products for storage or shipment.

	Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor. Clear equipment jams. Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

	Stack finished packaged items, or wrap protective material around each item, and pack the items in cartons or containers. Stack finished items for further processing or shipment. Package products for storage or shipment.

	Regulate machine flow, speed, or temperature. Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.

	Tend or operate machine that packages product. Package products for storage or shipment.

	Supply materials to spindles, conveyors, hoppers, or other feeding devices and unload packaged product. Feed materials or products into or through equipment.

	Clean and remove damaged or otherwise inferior materials to prepare raw products for processing. Clean materials to prepare them for production.

	Clean packaging containers, line and pad crates, or assemble cartons to prepare for product packing.

	Secure finished packaged items by hand tying, sewing, gluing, stapling, or attaching fastener. Sew clothing or other articles. Package products for storage or shipment.

	Clean, oil, and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as opening valves or setting guides. Clean production equipment. Lubricate production equipment. Repair production equipment or tools.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

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