Metalizer operator vs machine operator

The differences between metalizer operators and machine operators can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, a metalizer operator has an average salary of $34,708, which is higher than the $32,874 average annual salary of a machine operator.

The top three skills for a metalizer operator include hand tools, calipers and PPE. The most important skills for a machine operator are basic math, CNC, and math.

Metalizer operator vs machine operator overview

	Metalizer Operator	Machine Operator
Yearly salary	$34,708	$32,874
Hourly rate	$16.69	$15.80
Growth rate	-8%	-6%
Number of jobs	49,799	96,834
Job satisfaction	-	5
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 45%	High School Diploma, 53%
Average age	43	44
Years of experience	2	-

Metalizer operator vs machine operator salary

Metalizer operators and machine operators have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Metalizer Operator	Machine Operator
Average salary	$34,708	$32,874
Salary range	Between $28,000 And $42,000	Between $26,000 And $40,000
Highest paying City	-	Minneapolis, MN
Highest paying state	-	Minnesota
Best paying company	-	BD
Best paying industry	-	Automotive

Differences between metalizer operator and machine operator education

There are a few differences between a metalizer operator and a machine operator in terms of educational background:

	Metalizer Operator	Machine Operator
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 45%	High School Diploma, 53%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	Stanford University	-

Metalizer operator vs machine operator demographics

Here are the differences between metalizer operators' and machine operators' demographics:

	Metalizer Operator	Machine Operator
Average age	43	44
Gender ratio	Male, 79.9% Female, 20.1%	Male, 72.3% Female, 27.7%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 5.6% Unknown, 5.5% Hispanic or Latino, 13.0% Asian, 6.1% White, 68.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%	Black or African American, 12.0% Unknown, 3.4% Hispanic or Latino, 16.0% Asian, 7.5% White, 60.0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
LGBT Percentage	6%	5%

Differences between metalizer operator and machine operator duties and responsibilities

Metalizer operator example responsibilities.

Experience following procedures and managing GMP documentation.
Perform quality control inspection using calipers/gauges/micrometers and digital comparators.
Assist in performing annual inventory of all scrap and finish alloy materials.
Overlook daily operations of single/twin screw extruders and packaging of finish product.

Machine operator example responsibilities.

Conduct preventative maintenance checks on industrial brake manufacturing machines and forklifts.
Follow company and safety procedures using industrial chemicals and PPE to efficiently clean and sanitize all equipment.
Operate forklift and bobcat as needed.
Run a line in a PVC pipe production plant.
Operate machinery including forklift, bobcat and various power tools.
Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.

Metalizer operator vs machine operator skills

Common metalizer operator skills

Hand Tools, 41%
Calipers, 24%
PPE, 14%
Quality Checks, 4%
Customer Specifications, 4%
Press Brake, 4%

Common machine operator skills

Basic Math, 11%
CNC, 9%
Math, 9%
Safety Procedures, 8%
Machine Operation, 6%
Quality Standards, 5%