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Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials

Median Salary
32,240
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Press or shape articles by hand or machine.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

87%

Self-employed

7%

Federal Government

3%

State and local government

2%

Private not for profit

1%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$20,540

10%

$32,240

Median

$38,730

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

    59%

  • High school

    25%

  • Doctoral degree

    14%

  • Associate's degree

    1%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Education and Training
  • Production and Processing
  • Administration and Management
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Sales and Marketing

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    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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