Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Top 3 pressing machine operator Jobs

  • Music Teacher Store 2903 - Music & Arts - Columbus,OH

    At Music & Arts, we provide the tools and support for you to focus on what matters most: teaching and inspiring students. With robust benefits, a...

  • Press Brake Operator (1st shift) - Adecco - Columbus,OH

    PRESS BRAKE / FABRICATION – 1st SHIFT Pay: Starting at $22/hr (based on experience) Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Temp-to-Hire Opportunity –...

  • J&R Schugel is Hiring Class A CDL Drivers Now - Apply Today! - J&R Schugel Trucking - Columbus,OH

    Roehl is Hiring Class A CDL Drivers for OTR and Regional Runs! At J&R Schugel, we know our drivers are more than just the miles they run—they're family. Based in New Ulm, MN, we offer Class A drivers steady pay,...

See all pressing machine operator jobs


What They Do

Set up, operate, or tend machines, such as glass-forming machines, plodder machines, and tuber machines, to shape and form products such as glassware, food, rubber, soap, brick, tile, clay, wax, tobacco, or cosmetics. Excludes Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders and Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders.


Salary

  • 2020 employment: 65,600
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $37,660

Job Outlook

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 800
  • Growth rate: 1 percent (Little or no change)

How to Become One

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

Get the education you need: Find schools near you!


*Some content used by permission of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor.

Explore more careers: View all Careers or Browse Careers by Category