Mold finisher demographics and statistics in the US
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Mold finisher gender statistics
28.6% of mold finishers are women and 71.4% of mold finishers are men.
- Male, 71.4%
- Female, 28.6%
Mold finisher gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 71.4% |
| Female | 28.6% |
Mold finisher gender pay gap
Women earn 90¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$32,991
Female income
$29,534
Mold finisher gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in mold finisher positions over time. Currently, 28.6% of mold finishers are female.
Mold finisher gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.08% | 27.92% |
| 2011 | 71.45% | 28.55% |
| 2012 | 70.28% | 29.72% |
| 2013 | 72.72% | 27.28% |
| 2014 | 72.91% | 27.09% |
| 2015 | 71.66% | 28.34% |
| 2016 | 72.29% | 27.71% |
| 2017 | 71.41% | 28.59% |
| 2018 | 73.17% | 26.83% |
| 2019 | 69.93% | 30.07% |
| 2020 | 71.51% | 28.49% |
| 2021 | 71.43% | 28.57% |
Mold finisher related jobs gender ratio
We compared mold finishers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, head machinist and die repair machinist have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Special Process Person | 31% | 69% |
| Mold Finisher | 71% | 29% |
| Research And Development Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Die Repair Machinist | 99% | 1% |
| Head Machinist | 99% | 1% |
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Mold finisher demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among mold finishers is White, which makes up 65.8% of all mold finishers. Comparatively, 12.2% of mold finishers are Hispanic or Latino and 8.9% of mold finishers are Asian.
- White, 65.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.2%
- Asian, 8.9%
- Black or African American, 8.3%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Mold finisher race
| Mold finisher race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 65.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.2% |
| Asian | 8.9% |
| Black or African American | 8.3% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Mold finisher race and ethnicity over time
See how mold finisher racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Mold finisher race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.14% | 7.57% | 4.14% | 6.98% |
| 2011 | 78.23% | 8.85% | 4.15% | 6.25% |
| 2012 | 69.77% | 8.63% | 7.86% | 11.59% |
| 2013 | 71.35% | 9.33% | 7.63% | 9.96% |
| 2014 | 70.19% | 9.17% | 7.91% | 10.75% |
| 2015 | 69.99% | 8.70% | 7.79% | 11.20% |
| 2016 | 70.32% | 8.74% | 8.22% | 10.58% |
| 2017 | 69.58% | 7.82% | 8.67% | 11.96% |
| 2018 | 70.34% | 8.53% | 8.76% | 10.46% |
| 2019 | 70.78% | 9.32% | 7.88% | 10.05% |
| 2020 | 67.94% | 8.49% | 8.19% | 11.46% |
| 2021 | 65.84% | 8.30% | 8.92% | 12.19% |
Mold finisher wage gap by race
According to our data, white mold finishers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american mold finishers have the lowest average salary at $32,098.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $32,637 |
| White | $34,848 |
| Black or African American | $32,098 |
| Asian | $32,966 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $32,475 |
Average mold finisher age
See how the average age of mold finishers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Mold finisher age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 47 |
| Unknown | 39.5 | 46 |
| Asian | 52 | 51 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 47 | 48 |
| White | 45 | 47 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 |
Mold finisher age breakdown
The average age of mold finishers is 40+ years years old, representing 65% of the mold finisher population.
Mold finisher age breakdown
| Mold Finisher Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 65% |
| 30-40 years | 21% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Mold finisher educational attainment
The most common degree for mold finishers is high school diploma, with 50% of mold finishers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 20% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 50%
- Associate, 20%
- Diploma, 13%
- Bachelor's, 10%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Mold finishers by degree level
| Mold finisher degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 50% |
| Associate | 20% |
| Diploma | 13% |
| Bachelor's | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Mold finisher wage gap by degree level
According to the data, mold finishers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $34,816 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, mold finishers earn a median annual income of $33,111 compared to $32,962 for mold finishers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $32,962 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $33,111 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,816 |
Mold finisher employment statistics
Company size where mold finishers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where mold finishers work.
Mold finisher jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 14% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 16% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
Mold finisher jobs by industry
The most common industries for mold finishers are manufacturing, professional and pharmaceutical.
Mold finisher industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 47% |
| Professional | 12% |
| Pharmaceutical | 6% |
| Automotive | 6% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Construction | 6% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Real Estate | 3% |
| Fortune 500 | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Insurance | 3% |
Mold finisher turnover and employment statistics
Mold finisher unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for mold finishers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Mold finisher unemployment rate by year
| Year | Mold finisher unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13.60% |
| 2011 | 11.05% |
| 2012 | 7.58% |
| 2013 | 7.09% |
| 2014 | 5.74% |
| 2015 | 4.44% |
| 2016 | 4.40% |
| 2017 | 3.66% |
| 2018 | 3.53% |
| 2019 | 3.41% |
| 2020 | 5.09% |
| 2021 | 5.65% |
Average mold finisher tenure
The average mold finisher stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 83 mold finishers resumes in Zippia's database.
Mold finisher tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 24% |
| 1-2 years | 26% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Mold finisher LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of mold finishers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pot Fireman | 2.57% | 76 |
| Carbide Tool Maker | 2.99% | 14,296 |
| Mold Finisher | 3.20% | - |
| Wood Machinist | 3.26% | 9,225 |
| Die Forger | 3.27% | 1,156 |
| Machine Set Up Operator | 5.87% | 61,986 |
| Edge Grinder | 6.48% | 646 |
Similar mold finisher jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Pot Fireman | 2.57% | 76 |
| Carbide Tool Maker | 2.99% | 14,296 |
| Wood Machinist | 3.26% | 9,225 |
| Die Forger | 3.27% | 1,156 |
| Machine Set Up Operator | 5.87% | 61,986 |
| Edge Grinder | 6.48% | 646 |