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This career requires a high level of certain physical abilities, such as physical strength, standing or walking, good eyesight, or good hearing   

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Packaging and Filling Machine Operators

Operate machines to prepare products for shipment.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Below the statewide median
 $18.98 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Average
Growth rate:  5.4%    Read more about outlook

Education:

 High School or less is typically required.

On the Job:

 Typical Work Tasks
  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.
  • Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.
  • Count finished products or workpieces.
  • Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.
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Fabrication Technician
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