Occupation

832131 Packer (General)

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

832131 Packer (General)

Packs, wraps, fills, labels and seals containers by hand or machine for a wide variety of products such as food, beverages, paints, oils and lotions.

Specialisations

  • Bottling Attendant
  • Labelling Machine Operator

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Operates machinery and equipment to fill containers, bottles or boxes with products
  • Inspects goods to ensure they are free of defects and meet quality standards
  • Weighs and measures goods to ensure they are packaged correctly
  • Seals the containers, bottles or boxes securely using appropriate methods to safeguard the contents during storage or transit
  • Affixes labels to packages, indicating contents, destination, weight and other relevant information
  • Organises and arranges packaged goods for storage or shipment