Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Future Prospects
37%
Employment Demand
36%
Wage Potential
29%
Median Salary
$47,200
Annual
Total Employment
13,990
Number of jobs
New Jobs
-1,800
Projected next 10 years
Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders work with machine tools to shape metal and plastic materials into precise parts and components.
Career Preparation
Typical Education for Entry
High school diploma or equivalent
Recommended Work Experience in Related Occupation
None
Typical On-the-Job Training
Moderate-term on-the-job training