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Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders

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Operate or tend machines to prepare industrial or consumer products for storage or shipment. Includes cannery workers who pack food products.

Sample of reported job titles: Bundler, Closing Machine Operator, Computer Numerical Control Machine Operator (CNC Machine Operator), Filler Operator, Machine Operator, Packaging Operator, Packing Attendant, Packing Machine Operator

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Tasks  |  Technology Skills  |  Tools Used  |  Knowledge  |  Skills  |  Abilities  |  Work Activities  |  Detailed Work Activities  |  Work Context  |  Job Zone  |  Education  |  Credentials  |  Interests  |  Work Styles  |  Work Values  |  Related Occupations  |  Wages & Employment  |  Job Openings  |  Additional Information

Tasks

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  • Attach identification labels to finished packaged items, or cut stencils and stencil information on containers, such as lot numbers or shipping destinations.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Sort, grade, weigh, and inspect products, verifying and adjusting product weight or measurement to meet specifications.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged products to standards.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Remove finished packaged items from machine and separate rejected items.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Monitor the production line, watching for problems such as pile-ups, jams, or glue that isn’t sticking properly.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Inspect and remove defective products and packaging material.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Start machine by engaging controls.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Tend or operate machine that packages product.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Clean, oil, and make minor adjustments or repairs to machinery and equipment, such as opening valves or setting guides.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Regulate machine flow, speed, or temperature.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Adjust machine components and machine tension and pressure according to size or processing angle of product.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Supply materials to spindles, conveyors, hoppers, or other feeding devices and unload packaged product.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Stack finished packaged items, or wrap protective material around each item, and pack the items in cartons or containers.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Package the product in the form in which it will be sent out, for example, filling bags with flour from a chute or spout.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Stock and sort product for packaging or filling machine operation, and replenish packaging supplies, such as wrapping paper, plastic sheet, boxes, cartons, glue, ink, or labels.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Count and record finished and rejected packaged items.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Clean packaging containers, line and pad crates, or assemble cartons to prepare for product packing.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Secure finished packaged items by hand tying, sewing, gluing, stapling, or attaching fastener.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Clean and remove damaged or otherwise inferior materials to prepare raw products for processing.See more occupations related to this task.

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Technology Skills

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  • Data base user interface and query software — Data entry softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Electronic mail software — Email softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Enterprise resource planning ERP software Hot technology — SAP Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Label making software — Label printing softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Office suite software — Microsoft Office Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Presentation software — Microsoft PowerPoint Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Word processing software — Microsoft Word Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.

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Knowledge

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  • Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.See more occupations related to this knowledge.

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Skills

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  • Operations Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.See more occupations related to this skill.

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Abilities

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  • Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without “giving out” or fatiguing.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.See more occupations related to this ability.

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Work Activities

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  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Detailed Work Activities

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  • Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Sort materials or products for processing, storing, shipping, or grading.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Weigh finished products.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Remove products or workpieces from production equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Clear equipment jams.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure that products are not flawed.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Package products for storage or shipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Clean production equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Lubricate production equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Repair production equipment or tools.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Feed materials or products into or through equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Stack finished items for further processing or shipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Count finished products or workpieces.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare materials for processing.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Record operational or production data.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Clean materials to prepare them for production.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Sew clothing or other articles.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Work Context

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  • Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — 69% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Standing — 70% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — 74% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Exposed to Contaminants — 72% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Time Pressure — 63% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Contact With Others — 57% responded “Constant contact with others.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — 48% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Responsible for Others’ Health and Safety — 59% responded “Very high responsibility.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — 81% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Face-to-Face Discussions — 58% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Frequency of Decision Making — 56% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — 73% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — 53% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — 64% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Work With Work Group or Team — 40% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — 56% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — 35% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — 43% responded “Important results.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — 36% responded “More than half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Walking and Running — 42% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Coordinate or Lead Others — 42% responded “Very important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — 43% responded “High responsibility.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Freedom to Make Decisions — 43% responded “Some freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Structured versus Unstructured Work — 32% responded “Limited freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Level of Competition — 29% responded “Moderately competitive.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Consequence of Error — 29% responded “Very serious.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Duration of Typical Work Week — 58% responded “40 hours.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Physical Proximity — 54% responded “Moderately close (at arm’s length).”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — 25% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — 42% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.

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Job Zone

Title Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Related Experience Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, and tellers.
SVP Range (4.0 to < 6.0)

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Education


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Education Level Required
80   High school diploma or equivalent

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Interests

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  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.See more occupations related to this interest.
  • Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.See more occupations related to this interest.

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Work Styles

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  • Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Self-Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Independence — Job requires developing one’s own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others’ needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.See more occupations related to this work style.

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Work Values

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  • Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.See more occupations related to this work value.

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Related Occupations

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51-4022.00 Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4031.00 Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-4072.00 Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
51-5113.00 Print Binding and Finishing Workers
51-6064.00 Textile Winding, Twisting, and Drawing Out Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
51-7041.00 Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood
51-9041.00 Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
51-9124.00 Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
51-9191.00 Adhesive Bonding Machine Operators and Tenders
51-9195.00 Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic   Bright Outlook Bright Outlook

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Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2020) $15.69 hourly, $32,640 annual
State wages
 
Local wages
  
Employment (2020) 371,800 employees
Projected growth (2020-2030) Average (5% to 10%) Average (5% to 10%)
Projected job openings (2020-2030) 43,100
State trends
 
Top industries (2020)
Manufacturing
Administrative and Support Services

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020 wage data external site and 2020-2030 employment projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2020-2030). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Sources of Additional Information

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Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.

  • Institute of Packaging Professionals external site
  • International Brotherhood of Teamsters external site
  • Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry external site
  • The United Food and Commercial Workers International Union external site

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