Helpers--Production Workers

What They Do

Help production workers by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.

Typical Tasks

• Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances.
• Operate machinery used in the production process, or assist machine operators.
• Place products in equipment or on work surfaces for further processing, inspecting, or wrapping.
• Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Start machines or equipment to begin production processes.

Key Skills

Work Activities

• Handling and Moving Objects
• Performing General Physical Activities
• Controlling Machines and Processes
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
• Getting Information