Shredder operator vs mechanical spreader operator

The differences between shredder operators and mechanical spreader operators can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. While it typically takes 2-4 years to become a shredder operator, becoming a mechanical spreader operator takes usually requires 6-12 months. Additionally, a mechanical spreader operator has an average salary of $42,262, which is higher than the $38,309 average annual salary of a shredder operator.

The top three skills for a shredder operator include OSHA, production reports and RAN. The most important skills for a mechanical spreader operator are hand tools, plumbing, and preventive maintenance.

Shredder operator vs mechanical spreader operator overview

	Shredder Operator	Mechanical Spreader Operator
Yearly salary	$38,309	$42,262
Hourly rate	$18.42	$20.32
Growth rate	7%	-7%
Number of jobs	42,271	60,297
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 46%	High School Diploma, 36%
Average age	43	47
Years of experience	4	12

Shredder operator vs mechanical spreader operator salary

Shredder operators and mechanical spreader operators have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Shredder Operator	Mechanical Spreader Operator
Average salary	$38,309	$42,262
Salary range	Between $31,000 And $46,000	Between $30,000 And $58,000
Highest paying City	-	Milwaukee, WI
Highest paying state	-	Idaho
Best paying company	-	Baptist Health South Florida
Best paying industry	-	Energy

Differences between shredder operator and mechanical spreader operator education

There are a few differences between a shredder operator and a mechanical spreader operator in terms of educational background:

	Shredder Operator	Mechanical Spreader Operator
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 46%	High School Diploma, 36%
Most common major	Business	Automotive Technology
Most common college	-	-

Shredder operator vs mechanical spreader operator demographics

Here are the differences between shredder operators' and mechanical spreader operators' demographics:

	Shredder Operator	Mechanical Spreader Operator
Average age	43	47
Gender ratio	Male, 93.1% Female, 6.9%	Male, 95.7% Female, 4.3%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 15.7% Unknown, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino, 19.4% Asian, 2.6% White, 57.5% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%	Black or African American, 7.7% Unknown, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino, 12.5% Asian, 1.8% White, 71.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 2.3%
LGBT Percentage	4%	5%

Differences between shredder operator and mechanical spreader operator duties and responsibilities

Shredder operator example responsibilities.

Use automate systems and RF units to pull, put away and load customer product, in addition to managing inventory
Follow company and OSHA safety procedures as well as maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
Maintain the good cleanliness of the AFR area by always conduct 15 to 20 minutes 5's before and after work.
Perform specialized production line and quality control duties in a professional production environment specializing in plastic extrusion.
Perform specialized production line and quality control duties in a professional production environment specializing in plastic extrusion.

Mechanical spreader operator example responsibilities.

Accomplish in arc, gas, MIG, and TIG welding.
Manage an internal environmental information system and ensure compliance with EPA and RCRA regulations.
Skil in MIG and TIG.
Experience with fiber optics, time & PLC programming.
Follow GMP rules and current compliance regulations and standards.
Assemble all gardening tools, lawnmowers, rakes etc.

Shredder operator vs mechanical spreader operator skills

Common shredder operator skills

OSHA, 52%
Production Reports, 39%
RAN, 5%
Trouble Shoot, 3%

Common mechanical spreader operator skills

Hand Tools, 10%
Plumbing, 6%
Preventive Maintenance, 6%
Safety Procedures, 5%
Repair Equipment, 5%
Mechanical Systems, 4%

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