Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2004-05 | All Occupations

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< Assembly and fabrication >

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Assembly and fabrication occupations

Assemblers and fabricators

A decline in employment is expected, reflecting increasing automation and the shift of assembly to countries with lower labor costs.
Work areas may be noisy, and many assemblers may have to sit or stand for long periods.
A high school diploma is preferred for most positions; specialized training is required for some assembly jobs.

Assemblers and fabricators, all other

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