Punch press operator vs table operator

The differences between punch press operators and table 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 table operator. Additionally, a punch press operator has an average salary of $37,977, which is higher than the $31,481 average annual salary of a table operator.

The top three skills for a punch press operator include calipers, turret punch press and micrometers. The most important skills for a table operator are cnc plasma, overhead cranes, and tape measure.

Punch press operator vs table operator overview

	Punch Press Operator	Table Operator
Yearly salary	$37,977	$31,481
Hourly rate	$18.26	$15.14
Growth rate	-5%	-5%
Number of jobs	49,830	54,149
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 52%	High School Diploma, 51%
Average age	46	46
Years of experience	2	2

Punch press operator vs table operator salary

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

	Punch Press Operator	Table Operator
Average salary	$37,977	$31,481
Salary range	Between $29,000 And $48,000	Between $25,000 And $38,000
Highest paying City	Brooklyn Park, MN	Manchester, CT
Highest paying state	Minnesota	Alaska
Best paying company	Fortune Brands Home & Security	SPX
Best paying industry	Manufacturing	Construction

Differences between punch press operator and table operator education

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

	Punch Press Operator	Table Operator
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 52%	High School Diploma, 51%
Most common major	General Studies	Business
Most common college	-	-

Punch press operator vs table operator demographics

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

	Punch Press Operator	Table Operator
Average age	46	46
Gender ratio	Male, 80.7% Female, 19.3%	Male, 85.4% Female, 14.6%
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 table 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.

Table operator example responsibilities.

Measure thickness of material with calipers and micrometers while sanding to keep material within allowable tolerances.
Inspect raw stock for defects, keeping record of all non-conforming pieces in accordance with ISO certification standards.
Clean, Deburr, and inspect make by the laser to insure good quality of the parts.
Job responsibilities include operating shear and saws to produce correct blank parts within ISO tolerances for future manufacturing duties and departments.
Utilize both FCAW and GMAW to weld steel products.
Fit up and weld automobile lifts using GMAW process.

Punch press operator vs table 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 table operator skills

CNC Plasma, 13%
Overhead Cranes, 12%
Tape Measure, 9%
Steel Plates, 8%
Quality Checks, 6%
Press Brake, 6%