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Operate woodworking machines, such as drill presses, lathes, shapers, sanders, planers, or nailing machines.

Woodworking Machine Operators operate machines such as drill presses, lathes, shapers, routers, sanders, planers, and nailing machines.

Wages	$21.20 per hour on average
Outlook	Statewide data not available
Education & Training	High School or less is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)
On the Job	Work Activities Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment. Operate woodworking equipment. Feed materials or products into or through equipment. Maneuver workpieces in equipment during production. Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment. Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment. Remove accessories, tools, or other parts from equipment. Remove products or workpieces from production equipment. Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications. Set equipment guides, stops, spacers, or other fixtures.
Career Pathways	Production
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