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Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products

Median Salary
34,360
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Grade, sort, or classify unprocessed food and other agricultural products by size, weight, color, or condition.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

95%

Private not for profit

2%

Self-employed

2%

State and local government

1%

Federal Government

1%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$28,730

10%

$34,360

Median

$49,990

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Less than high school

    63%

  • High school

    26%

  • Associate's degree

    4%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    4%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Production and Processing
  • Education and Training
  • Mechanical
  • English Language
  • Public Safety and Security

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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