Wrapper operator demographics and statistics in the US
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Wrapper operator gender statistics
42.2% of wrapper operators are women and 57.8% of wrapper operators are men.
- Male, 57.8%
- Female, 42.2%
Wrapper operator gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 57.8% |
| Female | 42.2% |
Wrapper operator gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$34,346
Female income
$33,362
Wrapper operator gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in wrapper operator positions over time. Currently, 42.2% of wrapper operators are female.
Wrapper operator gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 55.47% | 44.53% |
| 2011 | 56.48% | 43.52% |
| 2012 | 56.53% | 43.47% |
| 2013 | 56.45% | 43.55% |
| 2014 | 57.80% | 42.20% |
| 2015 | 54.78% | 45.22% |
| 2016 | 56.52% | 43.48% |
| 2017 | 57.91% | 42.09% |
| 2018 | 57.49% | 42.51% |
| 2019 | 55.93% | 44.07% |
| 2020 | 58.63% | 41.37% |
| 2021 | 57.84% | 42.16% |
Wrapper operator related jobs gender ratio
We compared wrapper 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% |
| Wrapper Operator | 58% | 42% |
| Bucket Operator | 99% | 1% |
| Stone Cutter | 99% | 1% |
| Corrugator | 99% | 1% |
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Wrapper operator demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among wrapper operators is White, which makes up 60.2% of all wrapper operators. Comparatively, 15.7% of wrapper operators are Hispanic or Latino and 12.0% of wrapper operators are Black or African American.
- White, 60.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 15.7%
- Black or African American, 12.0%
- Asian, 7.5%
- Unknown, 3.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
Wrapper operator race
| Wrapper operator race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.7% |
| Black or African American | 12.0% |
| Asian | 7.5% |
| Unknown | 3.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.2% |
Wrapper operator race and ethnicity over time
See how wrapper operator racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Wrapper operator race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 64.09% | 13.86% | 4.50% | 15.97% |
| 2011 | 62.79% | 14.03% | 5.44% | 16.01% |
| 2012 | 62.32% | 12.42% | 6.29% | 17.18% |
| 2013 | 63.78% | 13.69% | 5.40% | 15.12% |
| 2014 | 62.11% | 12.92% | 6.36% | 16.54% |
| 2015 | 64.03% | 12.76% | 6.35% | 14.74% |
| 2016 | 61.96% | 12.02% | 7.38% | 16.25% |
| 2017 | 62.66% | 12.36% | 7.10% | 15.29% |
| 2018 | 63.38% | 11.88% | 6.01% | 16.21% |
| 2019 | 65.19% | 12.27% | 6.41% | 13.75% |
| 2020 | 62.74% | 12.98% | 5.85% | 14.35% |
| 2021 | 60.17% | 12.01% | 7.49% | 15.71% |
Wrapper operator wage gap by race
According to our data, white wrapper operators have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Unknown wrapper operators have the lowest average salary at $33,625.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $33,625 |
| White | $35,585 |
| Black or African American | $34,469 |
| Asian | $34,110 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $33,974 |
Average wrapper operator age
See how the average age of wrapper operators varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Wrapper 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 |
Wrapper operator age breakdown
The average age of wrapper operators is 40+ years years old, representing 64% of the wrapper operator population.
Wrapper operator age breakdown
| Wrapper Operator Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 64% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Wrapper operator educational attainment
The most common degree for wrapper operators is high school diploma, with 55% of wrapper operators earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 15% and associate degree degree at 12%.
- High School Diploma, 55%
- Associate, 15%
- Diploma, 12%
- Bachelor's, 10%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Wrapper operators by degree level
| Wrapper operator degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 55% |
| Associate | 15% |
| Diploma | 12% |
| Bachelor's | 10% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Wrapper operator wage gap by degree level
According to the data, wrapper operators with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $34,725 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, wrapper operators earn a median annual income of $34,509 compared to $34,300 for wrapper operators with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $34,300 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,509 |
| No Education | $33,360 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $34,725 |
Wrapper operator employment statistics
Most wrapper operators work for a private in the manufacturing industry.
Company size where wrapper operators work
Below, you can see the size of companies where wrapper operators work.
Wrapper operator jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 3% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 31% |
| > 10,000 employees | 28% |
Wrapper operator jobs by company type
Employees with the wrapper operator job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most wrapper operators prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Wrapper operator jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 28% |
| Private | 69% |
| Government | 1% |
Wrapper operator jobs by industry
The most common industries for wrapper operators are manufacturing, retail and construction.
Wrapper operator industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 40% |
| Fortune 500 | 14% |
| Retail | 12% |
| Construction | 6% |
| Transportation | 4% |
| Media | 3% |
| Professional | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Wrapper operator turnover and employment statistics
Wrapper operator unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for wrapper operators between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Wrapper operator unemployment rate by year
| Year | Wrapper 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 wrapper operator tenure
The average wrapper operator stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 442 wrapper operators resumes in Zippia's database.
Wrapper operator tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 29% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Wrapper operator LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of wrapper 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Turbine Attendant | 4.47% | 44,835 |
| Wrapper Operator | 4.75% | - |
| Porcelain Technician | 5.24% | 6,221 |
| Paper Roller | 7.84% | 1,594 |
| Nitroglycerin Separator Operator | 8.41% | 25,611 |
| Electric Welder Helper | 8.89% | 20,723 |
| Take-Down Sorter | 15.21% | 18,893 |
Similar wrapper operator jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Turbine Attendant | 4.47% | 44,835 |
| Porcelain Technician | 5.24% | 6,221 |
| Paper Roller | 7.84% | 1,594 |
| Nitroglycerin Separator Operator | 8.41% | 25,611 |
| Electric Welder Helper | 8.89% | 20,723 |
| Take-Down Sorter | 15.21% | 18,893 |
Foreign languages spoken by wrapper operators
- Spanish, 87.5%
- German, 12.5%
Wrapper operator languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 87.5% |
| German | 12.5% |
