Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic Jobs Pay in North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $17.90 – $19.69
Average Annual Pay
Range: $37,232 – $40,955
How much do Lathe and Turning Machine Tool 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
$15.97/hr
Range: $15.21 – $16.74
Annual Rate
$33,230
Range: $31,647 – $34,812
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.79/hr
Range: $17.90 – $19.69
Annual Rate
$39,094
Range: $37,232 – $40,955
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.61/hr
Range: $20.58 – $22.64
Annual Rate
$44,958
Range: $42,817 – $47,098
Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic job description
Lathe and Turning Machine Tool 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
