Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Job Outlook Summary
Future Prospects
Employment Demand
Employment Size & Change

This occupation employs 15,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 13,800 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,400 jobs (+-9.5%).

Occupational Openings

There are 1,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -140 jobs created from growth and 1,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 500 people are expected to retire and 900 are expected to switch occupations.