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Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic

Median Salary
62,270
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Lay out reference points and dimensions on metal or plastic stock or workpieces, such as sheets, plates, tubes, structural shapes, castings, or machine parts, for further processing. Includes shipfitters.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$36,970

10%

$62,270

Median

$96,370

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    60%

  • Some college

    14%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    11%

  • Associate's degree

    8%

  • Less than high school

    4%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
  • Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Design
  • Mathematics
  • Building and Construction
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Mechanical

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.