Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic Jobs Pay in Altoona, PA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.47 – $21.42
Average Annual Pay
Range: $40,498 – $44,547
How much do Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$17.37/hr
Range: $16.55 – $18.21
Annual Rate
$36,144
Range: $34,423 – $37,865
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.44/hr
Range: $19.47 – $21.42
Annual Rate
$42,522
Range: $40,498 – $44,547
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.51/hr
Range: $22.39 – $24.63
Annual Rate
$48,900
Range: $46,573 – $51,229
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic job description
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic professionals work in production facilities to manufacture goods and products. They operate machinery, assemble components, and ensure quality standards are met throughout the production process.
- •Operate manufacturing equipment
- •Assemble products according to specifications
- •Perform quality control checks
- •Maintain production equipment
- •Follow safety procedures
- •Meet production quotas
- •Machine operation
- •Attention to detail
- •Quality control
- •Physical stamina
- •Basic math skills
- •Safety awareness
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Manufacturing experience preferred
- •Ability to lift 25-50 pounds
- •Ability to stand for extended periods

