Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products
SOC Code: 45-2041 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Grade, sort, or classify unprocessed food and other agricultural products by size, weight, color, or condition.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas nonmetropolitan area | $41,662 | $44,970 | $48,256 | $51,563 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $39,437 | $43,472 | $47,528 | $51,563 |
| Manhattan, KS | $41,496 | $44,845 | $48,173 | $51,522 |
| Wichita, KS | $40,643 | $44,200 | $47,736 | $51,293 |
| Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH | $39,499 | $43,347 | $47,174 | $51,022 |
| Grand Island, NE | $40,227 | $43,763 | $47,320 | $50,856 |
| Topeka, KS | $35,942 | $40,726 | $45,510 | $50,294 |
| Lawrence, KS | $35,901 | $40,685 | $45,490 | $50,274 |
| West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $36,546 | $41,122 | $45,677 | $50,253 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $39,915 | $43,326 | $46,738 | $50,149 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Monitoring | 2.9 | |
| Speaking | 2.8 | |
| Active Listening | 2.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.5 | |
| Coordination | 2.5 | |
| Time Management | 2.2 | |
| Writing | 2.2 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.2 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.2 | |
| Active Learning | 2.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.6 |
| English Language | 3.0 |
| Mechanical | 3.0 |
| Food Production | 2.8 |
| Education and Training | 2.7 |
| Foreign Language | 2.4 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.3 |
| Administration and Management | 2.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Less than high school | 63.8% |
| High school diploma | 26.7% |
| Associate's degree | 4.9% |
| Some college | 4.7% |
Typical Tasks
- Grade and sort products according to factors such as color, species, length, width, appearance, feel, smell, and quality to ensure correct processing and usage.
- Discard inferior or defective products or foreign matter, and place acceptable products in containers for further processing.
- Weigh products or estimate their weight, visually or by feel.
- Place products in containers according to grade and mark grades on containers.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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