Duplicator punch operator vs table operator

The differences between duplicator punch operators and table operators can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both a duplicator punch operator and a table operator. Additionally, a duplicator punch operator has an average salary of $40,252, which is higher than the $31,481 average annual salary of a table operator.

The top three skills for a duplicator punch operator include PDF, velo and xerox. The most important skills for a table operator are cnc plasma, overhead cranes, and tape measure.

Duplicator punch operator vs table operator overview

	Duplicator Punch Operator	Table Operator
Yearly salary	$40,252	$31,481
Hourly rate	$19.35	$15.14
Growth rate	-5%	-5%
Number of jobs	26,021	54,149
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	High School Diploma, 51%
Average age	46	46
Years of experience	2	2

Duplicator punch operator vs table operator salary

Duplicator punch operators and table operators have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Duplicator Punch Operator	Table Operator
Average salary	$40,252	$31,481
Salary range	Between $30,000 And $52,000	Between $25,000 And $38,000
Highest paying City	-	Manchester, CT
Highest paying state	-	Alaska
Best paying company	-	SPX
Best paying industry	-	Construction

Differences between duplicator punch operator and table operator education

There are a few differences between a duplicator punch operator and a table operator in terms of educational background:

	Duplicator Punch Operator	Table Operator
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	High School Diploma, 51%
Most common major	General Studies	Business
Most common college	-	-

Duplicator punch operator vs table operator demographics

Here are the differences between duplicator punch operators' and table operators' demographics:

	Duplicator Punch Operator	Table Operator
Average age	46	46
Gender ratio	Male, 79.7% Female, 20.3%	Male, 85.4% Female, 14.6%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 7.9% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 13.4% Asian, 1.7% White, 71.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%	Black or African American, 7.9% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 13.4% Asian, 1.7% White, 71.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
LGBT Percentage	3%	3%

Differences between duplicator punch operator and table operator duties and responsibilities

Duplicator punch operator example responsibilities.

Copy, velo and spiral bind legal documents for court presentations.
Process complex print and binding jobs build from excel and PowerPoint format.
Duplicate videotapes of various formats to other videotape formats, mostly VHS.
Utilize metallurgy labs to service production with SPC, end of run/ start of run verifications, as well as master certification ..
Operate conventional mill and conventional lathe machines, cold see, spot-welding & MIG & TIG.

Table operator example responsibilities.

Measure thickness of material with calipers and micrometers while sanding to keep material within allowable tolerances.
Inspect raw stock for defects, keeping record of all non-conforming pieces in accordance with ISO certification standards.
Clean, Deburr, and inspect make by the laser to insure good quality of the parts.
Job responsibilities include operating shear and saws to produce correct blank parts within ISO tolerances for future manufacturing duties and departments.
Utilize both FCAW and GMAW to weld steel products.
Fit up and weld automobile lifts using GMAW process.

Duplicator punch operator vs table operator skills

Common duplicator punch operator skills

PDF, 50%
Velo, 36%
Xerox, 5%
Customer Service, 5%
PowerPoint, 4%

Common table operator skills

CNC Plasma, 13%
Overhead Cranes, 12%
Tape Measure, 9%
Steel Plates, 8%
Quality Checks, 6%
Press Brake, 6%

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