Career Details

Metal Workers and Plastic Workers

Set up and operate machines that cut, shape, and form metal and plastic materials or pieces.

What You’ll Do

Set up machines according to blueprints
Monitor machines for unusual sound or vibration
Insert material into machines, manually or with a hoist
Operate metal or plastic molding, casting, or coremaking machines
Adjust machine settings for temperature, speed and feed rates, and cycle times

Abilities You’ll Need

Knowledge You’ll Gain

What You’ll Earn

Average: $21,300.00

Range

High: $28,730.00

Low : $16,530.00

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Education Needed

Certificate

Skills

Technology