What You'll Do

  • Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
  • Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
  • Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.
  • Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment.
  • Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
  • Assemble product containers or crates, using hand tools and precut lumber.
  • Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers.
  • Carry needed tools or supplies from storage or trucks and return them after use.
  • Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
  • Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.

Essential Skills

Coordination 3.0/5
Active Listening 2.88/5
Reading Comprehension 2.75/5
Speaking 2.75/5
Monitoring 2.75/5
Operations Monitoring 2.62/5
Operation and Control 2.62/5
Time Management 2.62/5
Critical Thinking 2.5/5
Social Perceptiveness 2.38/5
Judgment and Decision Making 2.38/5
Writing 2.25/5

Career Fit Overview

Use this summary to sense whether the day to day rhythm and focus of this path line up with what energizes you.

Top passions

  • Maker: Building and fixing energizes you. You like tangible results and practical tools.
  • Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.
  • Leader: Taking charge and moving ideas forward motivates you.

Common styles

Dependability, Stress Tolerance, Integrity, Cooperation, Attention to Detail

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Key Abilities

This career demands strong capabilities in the following areas:

Static Strength 3.88/5
Trunk Strength 3.5/5
Multilimb Coordination 3.38/5
Oral Comprehension 3.12/5
Manual Dexterity 3.12/5
Stamina 3.12/5
Extent Flexibility 3.12/5
Near Vision 3.12/5

Technologies & Tools

Apple Safari Autodesk AutoCAD Data entry software FaceTime Google Docs Handheld computer device software IBM Notes Inventory management systems Inventory tracking software Machine control software Microsoft Edge Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Publisher Microsoft Word Mozilla Firefox Oracle Database SAP software Spreadsheet software

Work Environment & Style

Common Styles for This Career

  • Dependability (High importance: 4.25/5)
  • Stress Tolerance (High importance: 3.89/5)
  • Integrity (High importance: 3.88/5)
  • Cooperation (High importance: 3.85/5)
  • Attention to Detail (High importance: 3.78/5)

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How to Become One

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful but is usually not required. Training is often provided on the job.

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