Metalizing machine operator vs saw operator

The differences between metalizing machine operators and saw operators can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, a metalizing machine operator has an average salary of $33,163, which is higher than the $32,319 average annual salary of a saw operator.

The top three skills for a metalizing machine operator include punch press, basic math and brake press. The most important skills for a saw operator are tape measure, hand tools, and basic math.

Metalizing machine operator vs saw operator overview

	Metalizing Machine Operator	Saw Operator
Yearly salary	$33,163	$32,319
Hourly rate	$15.94	$15.54
Growth rate	-5%	3%
Number of jobs	58,107	58,465
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 53%	High School Diploma, 56%
Average age	45	45
Years of experience	-	-

Metalizing machine operator vs saw operator salary

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

	Metalizing Machine Operator	Saw Operator
Average salary	$33,163	$32,319
Salary range	Between $27,000 And $39,000	Between $26,000 And $38,000
Highest paying City	Chicago, IL	Springfield, OR
Highest paying state	New Jersey	Oregon
Best paying company	Hartung Glass	Micro Metals Inc.
Best paying industry	Manufacturing	Construction

Differences between metalizing machine operator and saw operator education

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

	Metalizing Machine Operator	Saw Operator
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 53%	High School Diploma, 56%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Metalizing machine operator vs saw operator demographics

Here are the differences between metalizing machine operators' and saw operators' demographics:

	Metalizing Machine Operator	Saw Operator
Average age	45	45
Gender ratio	Male, 85.9% Female, 14.1%	Male, 90.2% Female, 9.8%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 9.7% Unknown, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino, 20.3% Asian, 7.4% White, 57.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.0%	Black or African American, 11.1% Unknown, 4.7% Hispanic or Latino, 17.0% Asian, 1.1% White, 65.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
LGBT Percentage	3%	6%

Differences between metalizing machine operator and saw operator duties and responsibilities

Metalizing machine operator example responsibilities.

Use automate systems and RF units to pull, put away and load customer product, in addition to managing inventory
Weld parts to blueprint specs, both tig and mig.
Operate lift trucks or cranes to stack or load sort metal.
Control & troubleshoot automate extrusion line adjusting speed & feed, monitoring temperature, & finish material specification per customers order.
Operate crane to lift and move materials and large objects.
Check part with protractor to make sure it are bent at proper angles.

Saw operator example responsibilities.

Use automate systems and RF units to pull, put away and load customer product, in addition to managing inventory
Used spread sheets, calipers, micrometers, and other gauges to ensure proper sizes and quality of finish products.
Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
Use various size micrometers, calibers, and gauges accurately.
Perform minor machine maintenance, such as oiling and cleaning machines, etc.
Fabricate and cut rolled copper into specific parts for use in HVAC applications.

Metalizing machine operator vs saw operator skills

Common metalizing machine operator skills

Punch Press, 13%
Basic Math, 13%
Brake Press, 11%
Calipers, 10%
OSHA, 8%
Cranes, 6%

Common saw operator skills

Tape Measure, 15%
Hand Tools, 10%
Basic Math, 8%
Math, 8%
Aluminum, 7%
Safety Procedures, 6%

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