Generally have a set schedule each week.
May work full time or part time, but most work less than 40 hours a week.
May work days, nights, or weekends.
Packers and Packagers will:
Some tend packing machines
Most work by hand
Usually work alone
Packers and Packagers will frequently:
Stand for long periods of time while packing materials.
Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Repeat movements over and over.
Walk for long periods of time.
It is important that Packers and Packagers be able to:
Use hands or fingers to grasp, move, or assemble objects.
Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
Understand the speech of another person.
