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What is a dye tub operator and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
ScoreDye Tub OperatorUS Average
Salary
3.1

Avg. Salary $39,985

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
3.8
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.94%

Asian 4.39%

Black or African American 14.42%

Hispanic or Latino 22.26%

Unknown 3.76%

White 54.23%

Gender

female 3.13%

male 96.88%

Age - 52.5
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 52.5
Stress level
4.1

Stress level is moderate

7.1 - high

Complexity level
4.9

Complexity level is intermediate

7 - challenging

Work life balance
9.4

Work life balance is excellent

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a dye tub operator

  1. Explore dye tub operator education requirements

    Most common dye tub operator degrees

    High School Diploma

    100.0 %
  2. Start to develop specific dye tub operator skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Dye100.00%
  3. Complete relevant dye tub operator training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New dye tub operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a dye tub operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real dye tub operator resumes.
  4. Research dye tub operator duties and responsibilities

    • Operate or tend machines to bleach, shrink, wash, dye, or finish textiles or synthetic or glass fibers.
    • Operate 1PE including forklifts, tuggers, electric pallet jacks, and platform lifts.
  5. Apply for dye tub operator jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a dye tub operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average dye tub operator salary

The average dye tub operator salary in the United States is $39,985 per year or $19 per hour. Dye tub operator salaries range between $22,000 and $72,000 per year.

Average dye tub operator salary
$39,985 Yearly
$19.22 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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