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Set up, operate, or tend paper goods machines that perform a variety of functions, such as converting, sawing, corrugating, banding, wrapping, boxing, stitching, forming, or sealing paper or paperboard sheets into products.


New job opportunities are less likely in the future.

$47.2k

Annual median Salary

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Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.


69%

High school diploma or equivalent

20%

Less than high school diploma

9%

Some college, no degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Cup Room Technician

Folder Machine Operator

Paper Machine Backtender

Paper Machine Operator

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