A food packer helps prepare food for shipment, delivery or sales. Their responsibilities can vary depending on their employer, but common duties may include: Prepping pre-made meals, meat, vegetables and beverages for delivery or salesAssembling packaging items, such as containers or boxesPlacing food and beverage item into containersSealing containers safely for shipping or distributionWeighing containers and recording the dataMarking containers with content informationGathering containers and organizing for efficient deliveryCollaborating with other professionals, including team members and delivery driversCleaning and sterilizing the area and containers for food safetyRecording inventory numbers and tracking changesInspecting food items and discarding damaged or expired itemsAssessing the final container and completing a checklist to ensure accuracyCommunicating with customers and accepting orders in some work environments