Punch press operator vs slitter operator

The differences between punch press operators and slitter operators can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both a punch press operator and a slitter operator. Additionally, a punch press operator has an average salary of $37,977, which is higher than the $34,188 average annual salary of a slitter operator.

The top three skills for a punch press operator include calipers, turret punch press and micrometers. The most important skills for a slitter operator are math, basic math, and tape measure.

Punch press operator vs slitter operator overview

	Punch Press Operator	Slitter Operator
Yearly salary	$37,977	$34,188
Hourly rate	$18.26	$16.44
Growth rate	-5%	-5%
Number of jobs	49,830	61,918
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 52%	High School Diploma, 54%
Average age	46	46
Years of experience	2	2

Punch press operator vs slitter operator salary

Punch press operators and slitter operators have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Punch Press Operator	Slitter Operator
Average salary	$37,977	$34,188
Salary range	Between $29,000 And $48,000	Between $27,000 And $42,000
Highest paying City	Brooklyn Park, MN	Salem, NH
Highest paying state	Minnesota	Alaska
Best paying company	Fortune Brands Home & Security	Olympic Steel
Best paying industry	Manufacturing	Transportation

Differences between punch press operator and slitter operator education

There are a few differences between a punch press operator and a slitter operator in terms of educational background:

	Punch Press Operator	Slitter Operator
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 52%	High School Diploma, 54%
Most common major	General Studies	Business
Most common college	-	-

Punch press operator vs slitter operator demographics

Here are the differences between punch press operators' and slitter operators' demographics:

	Punch Press Operator	Slitter Operator
Average age	46	46
Gender ratio	Male, 80.7% Female, 19.3%	Male, 86.2% Female, 13.8%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 7.9% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 13.4% Asian, 1.7% White, 71.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%	Black or African American, 7.9% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 13.4% Asian, 1.7% White, 71.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
LGBT Percentage	3%	3%

Differences between punch press operator and slitter operator duties and responsibilities

Punch press operator example responsibilities.

Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or veneer calipers.
Die room equipment Gerber profile 408 cnc router table.
Set up and run all aspects of the stamping process
Possess the ability to effectively utilize advance shop math and computer skills.
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and hoists to move stock and product.
Grind out burrs and sharp edges, using portable grinders, speed lathes, and polishing jacks.

Slitter operator example responsibilities.

Preform weld process on various metals including mild steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and galvanize metals.
Operate die-cutter and flexo machines.
Operate eastman CNC cutting machine.
Die cut, emboss and foil stamp print material.
Weld with MIG welders, automatic guide, and free hand.
Operate a CNC slitter, tripod slitter, and other relate processes.

Punch press operator vs slitter operator skills

Common punch press operator skills

Calipers, 14%
Turret Punch Press, 10%
Micrometers, 8%
Math, 7%
Punch Press Machine, 6%
Machine Operation, 5%

Common slitter operator skills

Math, 9%
Basic Math, 9%
Tape Measure, 8%
Safety Rules, 7%
Slitter Machine, 6%
Safety Procedures, 5%

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