Toy Industry Workers

No experience is needed for entry-level production positions; several years of industry experience are required for higher-level jobs in management and design.

Production workers need patience and the ability to do repetitive work. Good hand-eye coordination is required for those doing detailed tasks, such as painting designs on toys. The ability to be creative and to understand the consumers' wants are especially important for toy designers. Those operating machinery, such as rooter operators, must be able to complete their work quickly and accurately. Many positions also require that the worker have a good sense of color. Managers must have excellent leadership, business, and financial skills.