Pack or package by hand a wide variety of products and materials.
SOC: 53-7064.00
Common Job Titles
Bagger
Packager
Packer
Selector Packer
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generated
Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
Hands-onHandle products and materials of various weights and dimensions in warehouse or production environments following established safety protocols.
Developing
Hands-onOperate hand packaging tools and equipment including staplers, heat sealers, tape dispensers, and strapping machines under time constraints.
Developing
KnowledgeApply quality control standards by inspecting packaged products for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with specifications.
Developing
Hands-onExecute wrapping, sealing, and labeling tasks using both manual and pneumatic tools to meet production quotas.
Developing
KnowledgeEstimate packaging materials and supply needs based on production schedules and inventory levels.
Developing
MindsetEngage with supervisors and team members to coordinate work activities and communicate packaging issues or delays.
Developing
KnowledgeDistinguish between acceptable and defective products during visual inspection according to established quality guidelines.
Developing
Hands-onManipulate computerized scales and inventory tracking systems to record package weights, quantities, and shipment data.
Developing
KnowledgeIdentify packaging requirements and product specifications by interpreting work orders and labeling instructions.
Emerging
KnowledgeExplain packaging procedures and safety protocols to new team members during on-the-job training.
Emerging
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Packers and Packagers, Hand (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
601,440
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $27,050. 25th percentile: U.S. $31,470. 50th percentile: U.S. $35,580. 75th percentile: U.S. $40,960. 90th percentile: U.S. $46,260. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$27,050
10% of workers earn the following or more
$46,260
Workers on average earn
$36,600
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Production and Processing4.0/5
Customer and Personal Service3.2/5
English Language3.0/5
Administrative2.8/5
Mathematics2.7/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
