Plating and Coating Machine Operators

Operate plating or coating machines to coat metal or plastic products with protective or decorative materials.

Quick Facts

Wages:	Below the statewide median $16.86 / hour Read more about wages
Outlook:	Shrinking Growth rate: -9.8% Read more about outlook
Education:	High School or less is typically required.
On the Job:	Typical Work Tasks Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of production materials or products. Adjust flow of electricity to tools or production equipment. Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products. Connect supply lines to production equipment or tools. Read more about the job
Job Title Examples:	Computer Numerical Control Machinist (CNC Machinist) Die Setter Machine Operator See more job title examples

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