Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Role Overview
Set up, operate, or tend lathe and turning machines to turn, bore, thread, form, or face metal or plastic materials, such as wire, rod, or bar stock.
Recommended Majors
Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Maine | $62,120 |
| Colorado | $59,850 |
| Massachusetts | $59,430 |
| Pennsylvania | $58,910 |
| Washington | $57,840 |
| Minnesota | $57,820 |
| Nebraska | $57,640 |
| Utah | $57,500 |
| New Jersey | $55,810 |
| Maryland | $55,680 |
| Illinois | $55,620 |
| Arizona | $52,620 |
| Indiana | $52,190 |
| West Virginia | $51,980 |
| Wisconsin | $51,540 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the job outlook for this career?
Projected growth and annual openings are from BLS Employment Projections. Use the sidebar for median salary and growth rate.
How does salary vary by state?
See the Salary by State table above for state-level median wages from OEWS data.
Median Annual Salary
$48,620
Projected Growth (10yr)
+-13.6%
Avg. annual openings
1.5k
Market Insight
Explore salary and growth data to understand demand and earning potential for this role.
Career Roadmap
Download our step-by-step guide to becoming a :Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic.
Download GuideJob Alerts
Get notified when new :Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic roles are posted.