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Job Description


	Operate production machines such as pug mill, jigger machine, or potter's wheel to process clay in manufacture of ceramic, pottery and stoneware products.

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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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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing	25,200
Employment Services	2,610
Building Finishing Contractors	2,260
Rubber Product Manufacturing	1,720
Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing	1,600
Plastics Product Manufacturing	1,350
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods (4232, 4233, 4235, 4236, 4237, and 4239 only)	910
Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors	630
Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers	580
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing	510

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic
Average Annual Salary	$35,190
Average Hourly Wage	$16.92
Total Employment	42,500