Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
SOC code 51-4033 · Production Occupations
National employment
67,000
Mean annual wage
$48,170
Mean hourly wage
$23.16
Median annual wage
$46,550
Median hourly wage
$22.38
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $36,110 | $17.36 |
| 25th percentile | $39,390 | $18.94 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $46,550 | $22.38 |
| 75th percentile | $54,290 | $26.10 |
| 90th percentile | $62,600 | $30.10 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.