Table operator vs press operator

The differences between table operators and press 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 table operator and a press operator. Additionally, a press operator has an average salary of $34,568, which is higher than the $31,481 average annual salary of a table operator.

The top three skills for a table operator include cnc plasma, overhead cranes and tape measure. The most important skills for a press operator are quality standards, press machine, and quality checks.

Table operator vs press operator overview

	Table Operator	Press Operator
Yearly salary	$31,481	$34,568
Hourly rate	$15.14	$16.62
Growth rate	-5%	-5%
Number of jobs	54,149	55,215
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 51%	High School Diploma, 51%
Average age	46	46
Years of experience	2	2

Table operator vs press operator salary

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

	Table Operator	Press Operator
Average salary	$31,481	$34,568
Salary range	Between $25,000 And $38,000	Between $27,000 And $42,000
Highest paying City	Manchester, CT	Westfield, MA
Highest paying state	Alaska	New Hampshire
Best paying company	SPX	ProAmpac
Best paying industry	Construction	Automotive

Differences between table operator and press operator education

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

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

Table operator vs press operator demographics

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

	Table Operator	Press Operator
Average age	46	46
Gender ratio	Male, 85.4% Female, 14.6%	Male, 76.6% Female, 23.4%
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 table operator and press operator duties and responsibilities

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.

Press operator example responsibilities.

Work on the assembly line making tire covers for Honda and Toyota.
Maintain SPC records using a bore gauge and calipers.
Ensure quality of parts produce per ISO-9000 standards through the use of calipers, micrometers, and several custom-made gauges.
Maintain strict quality requirements using scales, calipers and micrometers.
Adjust colors to become PMS accurate, with gradations.
Assist fab with mig welding.

Table operator vs press operator skills

Common table operator skills

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

Common press operator skills

Quality Standards, 12%
Press Machine, 9%
Quality Checks, 8%
Preventative Maintenance, 8%
Safety Guidelines, 5%
Digital Press, 4%