Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for lead operator/machine operators in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 335,736 lead operator/machine operators currently employed in the United States.
- 22.1% of all lead operator/machine operators are women, while 77.9% are men.
- The average age of an employed lead operator/machine operator is 44 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of lead operator/machine operators is White (59.0%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (17.1%), Black or African American (11.6%) and Asian (7.6%).
- In 2021, women earned 95% of what men earned.
- 5% of all lead operator/machine operators are LGBT.
- Lead operator/machine operators are 69% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Statistics By Gender
22.1% of lead operator/machine operators are women and 77.9% of lead operator/machine operators are men.
- Male, 77.9%
- Female, 22.1%
Lead Operator/Machine Operators By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 77.9% |
| Female | 22.1% |
Gender Pay Gap For Lead Operator/Machine Operator
Women Earn 95ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the lead operator/machine operator position over time.
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 76.14% | 23.86% |
| 2011 | 76.88% | 23.12% |
| 2012 | 76.91% | 23.09% |
| 2013 | 76.86% | 23.14% |
| 2014 | 77.82% | 22.18% |
| 2015 | 75.63% | 24.37% |
| 2016 | 76.90% | 23.10% |
| 2017 | 77.90% | 22.10% |
| 2018 | 77.60% | 22.40% |
| 2019 | 76.47% | 23.53% |
| 2020 | 78.40% | 21.60% |
| 2021 | 77.85% | 22.15% |
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Lead Operator/Machine Operator | 78% | 22% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among lead operator/machine operators is White, which makes up 59.0% of all lead operator/machine operators. Comparatively, there are 17.1% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 11.6% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 59.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.1%
- Black or African American, 11.6%
- Asian, 7.6%
- Unknown, 3.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Race
| Lead Operator/Machine Operator Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 59.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.1% |
| Black or African American | 11.6% |
| Asian | 7.6% |
| Unknown | 3.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among lead operator/machine operators.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 62.91% | 13.48% | 4.63% | 17.33% |
| 2011 | 61.60% | 13.65% | 5.58% | 17.37% |
| 2012 | 61.14% | 12.05% | 6.42% | 18.54% |
| 2013 | 62.59% | 13.31% | 5.54% | 16.48% |
| 2014 | 60.92% | 12.55% | 6.50% | 17.90% |
| 2015 | 62.85% | 12.39% | 6.49% | 16.10% |
| 2016 | 60.77% | 11.65% | 7.51% | 17.61% |
| 2017 | 61.47% | 11.99% | 7.23% | 16.65% |
| 2018 | 62.19% | 11.50% | 6.15% | 17.57% |
| 2019 | 64.00% | 11.89% | 6.54% | 15.11% |
| 2020 | 61.56% | 12.60% | 5.98% | 15.71% |
| 2021 | 58.98% | 11.64% | 7.62% | 17.07% |
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,405 |
| White | $43,595 |
| Black or African American | $41,186 |
| Asian | $40,424 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,137 |
Average Age of a Lead Operator/Machine Operator
We determined the average age of lead operator/machine operators based on ethnicity and gender.
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| White | 42 | 50 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 49.5 |
| Asian | 46 | 51.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 47 |
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of lead operator/machine operator employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of lead operator/machine operators is 40+ years old, which represents 64% of the population.
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Age
| Lead Operator/Machine Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Types of Lead Operator/Machine Operator Degree Levels
The most common degree for lead operator/machine operators is high school diploma 46% of lead operator/machine operators earn that degree. A close second is associate degree with 22% and rounding it off is bachelor's degree with 13%.
- High School Diploma, 46%
- Associate, 22%
- Bachelors, 13%
- Diploma, 12%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Lead Operator/Machine Operators By Education
| Lead Operator/Machine Operator Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 46% |
| Associate | 22% |
| Bachelors | 13% |
| Diploma | 12% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Lead Operator/Machine Operator Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $40,827 |
| No Education | $38,852 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,272 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $41,732 |
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where lead operator/machine operators work. We found most lead operator/machine operators work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most lead operator/machine operators is the manufacturing industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire lead operator/machine operators.
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 7% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 27% |
The Types Of Companies Lead Operator/Machine Operator Work In
Employees with the lead operator/machine operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most lead operator/machine operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 29% |
| Private | 69% |
| Government | 1% |
Top Industries Hiring Lead Operator/Machine Operators
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ lead operator/machine operators. Those industries include manufacturing, professional and technology.
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 33% |
| Fortune 500 | 13% |
| Professional | 7% |
| Retail | 6% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Automotive | 5% |
| Construction | 5% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Media | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Turnover And Employment Statistics
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of lead operator/machine operators changed.
- Unemployment rate
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Lead Operator/Machine Operator Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.94% |
| 2011 | 15.49% |
| 2012 | 13.87% |
| 2013 | 12.49% |
| 2014 | 12.20% |
| 2015 | 9.40% |
| 2016 | 7.70% |
| 2017 | 8.32% |
| 2018 | 7.77% |
| 2019 | 8.42% |
| 2020 | 6.77% |
| 2021 | 8.38% |
The Average Number of Years That Lead Operator/Machine Operator Stay in a Job
By looking over 3,858 lead operator/machine operators resumes, we figured out that the average lead operator/machine operator enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 30%.
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 11% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 16% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Lead Operator/Machine Operators with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to lead operator/machine operators.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Car Tester | 4.47% | 13,158 |
| Lead Operator/Machine Operator | 4.75% | - |
| Dental Laboratory Worker | 5.24% | 79,089 |
| Envelope Maker | 7.84% | 6,994 |
| Filter Helper | 8.41% | 13,373 |
| Automotive Production Worker | 8.89% | 106,133 |
| Template Reproduction Technician | 15.21% | 5,321 |
Lead Operator/Machine Operator LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Car Tester | 4.47% | 13,158 |
| Dental Laboratory Worker | 5.24% | 79,089 |
| Envelope Maker | 7.84% | 6,994 |
| Filter Helper | 8.41% | 13,373 |
| Automotive Production Worker | 8.89% | 106,133 |
| Template Reproduction Technician | 15.21% | 5,321 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Lead Operator/Machine Operators
The most common foreign language among lead operator/machine operators is Spanish at 77.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Hmong at 6.0% and German is the third-most popular at 4.5%.
- Spanish, 77.6%
- Hmong, 6.0%
- German, 4.5%
- Thai, 3.0%
- Chinese, 1.5%
- Other, 7.4%
Lead Operator/Machine Operator Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 77.6% |
| Hmong | 6.0% |
| German | 4.5% |
| Thai | 3.0% |
| Chinese | 1.5% |
| Other | 7.4% |
