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What is a robot operator and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being a robot operator. For example, did you know that they make an average of $19.37 an hour? That's $40,298 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow -5% and produce -45,900 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreRobot OperatorUS Average
Salary
3.1

Avg. Salary $40,298

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
4.1

Growth rate -5%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
9.4
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 1.55%

Asian 2.66%

Black or African American 10.43%

Hispanic or Latino 17.71%

Unknown 3.94%

White 63.70%

Gender

female 18.35%

male 81.65%

Age - 40
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 40
Stress level
4.1

Stress level is moderate

7.1 - high

Complexity level
6.5

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance
4.8

Work life balance is fair

6.4 - fair

Robot Operator career paths

Key steps to become a robot operator

  1. Explore robot operator education requirements

    Most common robot operator degrees

    High School Diploma

    47.6 %

    Associate

    20.3 %

    Bachelor's

    15.5 %
  2. Start to develop specific robot operator skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Quality Checks13.22%
    Pallets13.03%
    Basic Math8.19%
    CNC6.12%
    Safety Procedures5.97%
  3. Complete relevant robot operator training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New robot operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a robot operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real robot operator resumes.
  4. Research robot operator duties and responsibilities

    • Manage aluminum structural/pipe fabrication turnaround: cross-country CGIT/IPB megawatt electrical power conductors.
    • Place a series of parts on a series of jigs ultimately leading to a finish part i.e.
    • Make sure all GMP's and all company policies are follow in accordance with state and federal law.
    • Maintain functionality and quality of parts for medical devices and monitor robotic manufacturing machines.
  5. Prepare your robot operator resume

    When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your robot operator resume.

    You can use Zippia's AI resume builder to make the resume writing process easier while also making sure that you include key information that hiring managers expect to see on a robot operator resume. You'll find resume tips and examples of skills, responsibilities, and summaries, all provided by Zippi, your career sidekick.

    Choose from 10+ customizable robot operator resume templates

    Build a professional robot operator resume in minutes. Browse through our resume examples to identify the best way to word your resume. Then choose from 10+ resume templates to create your robot operator resume.
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  6. Apply for robot operator jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a robot operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average robot operator salary

The average robot operator salary in the United States is $40,298 per year or $19 per hour. Robot operator salaries range between $32,000 and $49,000 per year.

Average Robot Operator Salary
$40,298 Yearly
$19.37 hourly

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Robot Operator reviews

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A zippia user wrote a review on Sep 2021
Cons

I don't want to work outside. I want to work inside plant


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A zippia user wrote a review on Aug 2019
Cons

Short time at work that to day U not working we will call you when we have busy I need a full time job not part time

Pros

It challenging I love challenge to work as a operator it a very challenging job


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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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