Weigh machine operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Weigh machine operator gender statistics
26.1% of weigh machine operators are women and 73.9% of weigh machine operators are men.
- Male, 73.9%
- Female, 26.1%
Weigh machine operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 73.9% |
| Female | 26.1% |
Weigh machine operator gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$38,279
Female income
$36,671
Weigh machine operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in weigh machine operator positions over time. Currently, 26.1% of weigh machine operators are female.
Weigh machine operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.00% | 28.00% |
| 2011 | 72.83% | 27.17% |
| 2012 | 72.86% | 27.14% |
| 2013 | 72.80% | 27.20% |
| 2014 | 73.88% | 26.12% |
| 2015 | 71.44% | 28.56% |
| 2016 | 72.86% | 27.14% |
| 2017 | 73.96% | 26.04% |
| 2018 | 73.63% | 26.37% |
| 2019 | 72.38% | 27.62% |
| 2020 | 74.53% | 25.47% |
| 2021 | 73.91% | 26.09% |
Weigh machine operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared weigh machine operators with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, corrugator and stone cutter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Examiner | 7% | 93% |
| Cake Decorator | 9% | 91% |
| Garment Inspector | 10% | 90% |
| Weigh Machine Operator | 74% | 26% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Weigh machine operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among weigh machine operators is White, which makes up 39.8% of all weigh machine operators. Comparatively, 31.8% of weigh machine operators are Hispanic or Latino and 16.7% of weigh machine operators are Black or African American.
- White, 39.8%
- Hispanic or Latino, 31.8%
- Black or African American, 16.7%
- Asian, 7.1%
- Unknown, 3.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Weigh machine operator race
| Weigh machine operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 39.8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 31.8% |
| Black or African American | 16.7% |
| Asian | 7.1% |
| Unknown | 3.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Weigh machine operator race and ethnicity over time
See how weigh machine operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Weigh machine operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 43.73% | 18.54% | 4.09% | 32.08% |
| 2011 | 42.42% | 18.71% | 5.03% | 32.13% |
| 2012 | 41.96% | 17.11% | 5.87% | 33.29% |
| 2013 | 43.42% | 18.37% | 4.99% | 31.23% |
| 2014 | 41.75% | 17.61% | 5.95% | 32.65% |
| 2015 | 43.67% | 17.45% | 5.94% | 30.86% |
| 2016 | 41.60% | 16.71% | 6.96% | 32.36% |
| 2017 | 42.30% | 17.05% | 6.68% | 31.40% |
| 2018 | 43.02% | 16.57% | 5.60% | 32.32% |
| 2019 | 44.83% | 16.95% | 6.00% | 29.86% |
| 2020 | 42.38% | 17.66% | 5.44% | 30.47% |
| 2021 | 39.81% | 16.70% | 7.08% | 31.82% |
Weigh machine operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white weigh machine operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown weigh machine operators have the lowest average salary at $37,098.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $37,098 |
| White | $40,335 |
| Black or African American | $38,481 |
| Asian | $37,891 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $37,668 |
Average weigh machine operator age
See how the average age of weigh machine operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Weigh machine operator age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40 | 44 |
| White | 42 | 50 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 49.5 |
| Asian | 46 | 51.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 47 |
Weigh machine operator age breakdown
The average age of weigh machine operators is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the weigh machine operator population.
Weigh machine operator age breakdown
| Weigh Machine Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Weigh machine operator educational attainment
The most common degree for weigh machine operators is high school diploma, with 63% of weigh machine operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are diploma degree at 25% and diploma degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 63%
- Diploma, 25%
- Bachelor's, 13%
Weigh machine operators by degree level
| Weigh machine operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 63% |
| Diploma | 25% |
| Bachelor's | 13% |
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Weigh machine operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, weigh machine operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $38,903 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, weigh machine operators earn a median annual income of $38,548 compared to $38,203 for weigh machine operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $38,203 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $38,548 |
| No Education | $36,667 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $38,903 |
Weigh machine operator employment statistics
Company size where weigh machine operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where weigh machine operators work.
Weigh machine operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 50 - 100 employees | 6% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 35% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 18% |
| > 10,000 employees | 41% |
Weigh machine operator turnover and employment statistics
Weigh machine operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for weigh machine operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Weigh machine operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Weigh machine operator unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15.94% |
| 2011 | 15.49% |
| 2012 | 13.87% |
| 2013 | 12.49% |
| 2014 | 12.20% |
| 2015 | 9.40% |
| 2016 | 7.70% |
| 2017 | 8.32% |
| 2018 | 7.77% |
| 2019 | 8.42% |
| 2020 | 6.77% |
| 2021 | 8.38% |
Average weigh machine operator tenure
The average weigh machine operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 26 weigh machine operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Weigh machine operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 31% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Weigh machine operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of weigh machine operators that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Classifier | 4.47% | 3,995 |
| Weigh Machine Operator | 4.75% | - |
| Glass Frame Fitter | 5.24% | 2,599 |
| Machine Setter | 7.84% | 31,873 |
| Catalyst Operator | 8.41% | 27,376 |
| Junior Manufacturing Associate | 8.89% | 45,223 |
| Photo Mask Processor | 15.21% | 6,407 |
Similar weigh machine operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Classifier | 4.47% | 3,995 |
| Glass Frame Fitter | 5.24% | 2,599 |
| Machine Setter | 7.84% | 31,873 |
| Catalyst Operator | 8.41% | 27,376 |
| Junior Manufacturing Associate | 8.89% | 45,223 |
| Photo Mask Processor | 15.21% | 6,407 |
Foreign languages spoken by weigh machine operators
- Spanish, 100.0%
Weigh machine operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 100.0% |