Printing press machinist vs computer numerical controller machinist

The differences between printing press machinists and computer numerical controller machinists can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 2-4 years to become both a printing press machinist and a computer numerical controller machinist. Additionally, a computer numerical controller machinist has an average salary of $41,685, which is higher than the $40,934 average annual salary of a printing press machinist.

The top three skills for a printing press machinist include punch press, calipers and press machine. The most important skills for a computer numerical controller machinist are calipers, micrometers, and manual lathes.

Printing press machinist vs computer numerical controller machinist overview

	Printing Press Machinist	Computer Numerical Controller Machinist
Yearly salary	$40,934	$41,685
Hourly rate	$19.68	$20.04
Growth rate	1%	1%
Number of jobs	13,151	32,345
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 54%	High School Diploma, 39%
Average age	48	48
Years of experience	4	4

Printing press machinist vs computer numerical controller machinist salary

Printing press machinists and computer numerical controller machinists have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Printing Press Machinist	Computer Numerical Controller Machinist
Average salary	$40,934	$41,685
Salary range	Between $31,000 And $53,000	Between $30,000 And $56,000
Highest paying City	-	Coon Rapids, MN
Highest paying state	-	New Mexico
Best paying company	-	Amphenol
Best paying industry	-	Technology

Differences between printing press machinist and computer numerical controller machinist education

There are a few differences between a printing press machinist and a computer numerical controller machinist in terms of educational background:

	Printing Press Machinist	Computer Numerical Controller Machinist
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 54%	High School Diploma, 39%
Most common major	Graphic Design	Precision Metal Working
Most common college	-	-

Printing press machinist vs computer numerical controller machinist demographics

Here are the differences between printing press machinists' and computer numerical controller machinists' demographics:

	Printing Press Machinist	Computer Numerical Controller Machinist
Average age	48	48
Gender ratio	Male, 85.1% Female, 14.9%	Male, 93.6% Female, 6.4%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 3.9% Unknown, 3.7% Hispanic or Latino, 14.5% Asian, 6.3% White, 71.1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%	Black or African American, 4.0% Unknown, 3.7% Hispanic or Latino, 15.1% Asian, 6.4% White, 70.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.5%
LGBT Percentage	3%	3%

Differences between printing press machinist and computer numerical controller machinist duties and responsibilities

Printing press machinist example responsibilities.

Manage output according to company quality standards and corresponding ISO certification.
Install UV ink dryers and all other duties as described at Grafix.
Work closely with management and engineering staff to ensure efficient and safe methods are utilized in producing high quality aerospace components.
Perform programming, set up and run the engineering projects on Hurco machine.
Fabricate fixturing used in Kovar ceramic brazing operation.

Computer numerical controller machinist example responsibilities.

Calculate dimensions and tolerances using instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
Set up and operate OKUMA CNC lathe and MAZAK CNC lathe to machine various high pressure cylinders.
Have had experience and handle deburr and clipping work on the 446 and lit operations on the drill press of 413.
Fulfill calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry.
Verify dimensions of parts machine using micrometers, calipers and other precision measuring instruments.
Verify conformance of finish work pieces to specifications using measuring instruments including microscopes, gauges, calipers and micrometers.

Printing press machinist vs computer numerical controller machinist skills

Common printing press machinist skills

Punch Press, 44%
Calipers, 26%
Press Machine, 25%
RAN, 6%

Common computer numerical controller machinist skills

Calipers, 7%
Micrometers, 7%
Manual Lathes, 6%
Math, 5%
G Code, 4%
Grinders, 4%

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