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The average salary for a slicing machine operator is $34,171 per year, translating to about $16 per hour. Salaries can differ significantly based on factors such as location, experience, and the specific employer. For example, operators in California and New York often earn higher wages due to the cost of living and demand for skilled labor.
When analyzing the average salary by state, regions like Washington and Oregon frequently offer competitive pay. Understanding these distinctions allows job seekers to target their applications effectively. Additionally, exploring the highest paying cities can uncover opportunities that maximize earning potential.
Over the years, the salary for slicing machine operators has shown steady growth, reflecting increased demand in the food industry. Staying informed about these trends helps prospective employees gauge their earning potential and adjust their career paths accordingly.
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The highest-paying states for slicing machine operators are Alaska, Hawaii, and Montana. The lowest average slicing machine operator salary states are Arkansas, Georgia, and Texas.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | $52,802 | $25.39 |
| 2 | Rhode Island | $41,577 | $19.99 |
| 3 | New Hampshire | $41,992 | $20.19 |
| 4 | South Dakota | $42,824 | $20.59 |
| 5 | Massachusetts | $41,757 | $20.08 |
| 6 | Hawaii | $47,449 | $22.81 |
| 7 | Nevada | $44,586 | $21.44 |
| 8 | Nebraska | $41,522 | $19.96 |
| 9 | Minnesota | $39,493 | $18.99 |
| 10 | Vermont | $42,416 | $20.39 |
| 11 | Montana | $46,047 | $22.14 |
| 12 | Connecticut | $41,485 | $19.94 |
| 13 | Wisconsin | $38,130 | $18.33 |
| 14 | Ohio | $37,994 | $18.27 |
| 15 | Colorado | $42,788 | $20.57 |
| 16 | Utah | $38,496 | $18.51 |
| 17 | North Dakota | $41,604 | $20.00 |
| 18 | Missouri | $38,278 | $18.40 |
| 19 | Iowa | $37,263 | $17.91 |
| 20 | California | $41,639 | $20.02 |
| 21 | Delaware | $39,087 | $18.79 |
| 22 | Oregon | $38,882 | $18.69 |
| 23 | Washington | $40,142 | $19.30 |
| 24 | Idaho | $38,485 | $18.50 |
| 25 | Michigan | $35,635 | $17.13 |
| 26 | Pennsylvania | $35,573 | $17.10 |
| 27 | Illinois | $36,013 | $17.31 |
| 28 | District of Columbia | $37,146 | $17.86 |
| 29 | Wyoming | $37,441 | $18.00 |
| 30 | Maine | $35,573 | $17.10 |
| 31 | Mississippi | $34,397 | $16.54 |
| 32 | Kansas | $33,043 | $15.89 |
| 33 | Maryland | $37,825 | $18.19 |
| 34 | Arizona | $35,357 | $17.00 |
| 35 | North Carolina | $32,352 | $15.55 |
| 36 | Indiana | $31,662 | $15.22 |
| 37 | Kentucky | $31,817 | $15.30 |
| 38 | New Jersey | $31,071 | $14.94 |
| 39 | South Carolina | $32,265 | $15.51 |
| 40 | West Virginia | $33,326 | $16.02 |
| 41 | New York | $34,165 | $16.43 |
| 42 | Tennessee | $28,413 | $13.66 |
| 43 | Louisiana | $32,215 | $15.49 |
| 44 | Georgia | $29,006 | $13.95 |
| 45 | Arkansas | $29,039 | $13.96 |
| 46 | Oklahoma | $31,685 | $15.23 |
| 47 | New Mexico | $32,523 | $15.64 |
| 48 | Alabama | $28,392 | $13.65 |
| 49 | Texas | $28,460 | $13.68 |
| 50 | Virginia | $30,205 | $14.52 |
| 51 | Florida | $27,974 | $13.45 |
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Little Rock, AR | $28,676 | $13.79 |
A slicing machine operator's salary ranges from $26,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $44,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $44,000 | $3,667 | $21 |
| 75th Percentile | $39,000 | $3,250 | $19 |
| Average | $34,171 | $2,848 | $16 |
| 25th Percentile | $29,000 | $2,417 | $14 |
| 10th Percentile | $26,000 | $2,167 | $13 |
The highest paying types of slicing machine operators are cutting press person, die cut operator, and trimming operator.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operator | $37,928 | $3,161 | $18.23 | 159,077 |
| Machine Operator | $32,874 | $2,740 | $15.80 | 96,834 |
Top companies hiring slicing machine operators now:
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trident Seafoods | $48,040 | $23.10 |
The average slicing machine operator salary has risen by $5,692 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average slicing machine operator earned $28,479 annually, but today, they earn $34,171 a year. That works out to a 13% change in pay for slicing machine operators over the last decade.
Compare slicing machine operator salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare slicing machine operator salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $34,200 | $16.43 | +3.7% |
| 2025 | $32,900 | $15.82 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $32,000 | $15.38 | +2.9% |
| 2023 | $31,100 | $14.93 | +2.2% |
| 2022 | $30,400 | $14.60 | +2.1% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont Structural Slate Company Inc. | Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | Fair Haven, VT | 01/03/2025 | $41,177 |
| Vermont Structural Slate Company Inc. | Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | Fair Haven, VT | 01/04/2024 | $39,131 |
| Vermont Structural Slate Company Inc. | Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | Whitehall, NY | 08/10/2023 | $38,443 |
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