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Synthetic and Glass Fiber Extruding and Forming Machine Operators

Operate or tend machines that form continuous filaments from synthetic materials.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median
 $36.30 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 National Data
Growth rate:  -4.3%    Read more about outlook

Education:

 High School or less is typically required.

On the Job:

 Typical Work Tasks
  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
  • Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.
  • Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.
  • Operate pumping systems or equipment.
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Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

This career: $36.30
Statewide median: $24.25

 

This career pays above the statewide median wage.


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