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Job Description


	Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, milling and engraving machines, and jig borers to make working models of metal or plastic objects. Includes template makers.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Metal and Plastic Machine Workers

Metal and plastic machine workers set up and operate machines that cut, shape, and form metal and plastic materials or pieces. Metal and plastic machine workers are employed mainly in factories. Workers must adhere to safety standards to protect themselves from workplace hazards. Most work full time, and some work evenings and weekends. A few months of on-the-job training is enough for most workers to learn basic machine operations, but 1 year or more is required to become proficient. Computer-controlled machine workers may need more training. The median annual wage for metal and plastic machine workers was $34,080 in May 2015. Employment of metal and plastic machine workers is projected to decline 13 percent from 2014 to 2024. Employment is expected to decline due to advances in technology and foreign competition. Explore resources for employment and wages by state and area for metal and plastic machine workers. Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of metal and plastic machine workers with similar occupations. Learn more about metal and plastic machine workers by visiting additional resources, including O*NET, a source on key characteristics of workers and occupations.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Model Makers, Metal and Plastic
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	700
Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing	590
Machinery Manufacturing (3331, 3332, 3334, and 3339 only)	360
Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing	300
Specialized Design Services	270
Plastics Product Manufacturing	230
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (3321, 3322, 3325, 3326, and 3329 only)	230
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing	210
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing	190
Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing	190

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Model Makers, Metal and Plastic
Average Annual Salary	$56,920
Average Hourly Wage	$27.36
Total Employment	5,210