Chemical Processing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Occupation
$54,110
National Median Salary
$26.01
Median Hourly Wage
181,610
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+22.6%
10 Year Change
$44,140
2014 Median
$54,110
2024 Median
Note: State and industry pay breakdowns are available for more specific job titles. See detailed occupations below.
Top Paying Industries for Chemical Processing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution | $91,040 | 80 |
| Utilities | $91,020 | 90 |
| Educational Services | $88,450 | — |
| Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing | $81,290 | — |
| Metal Ore Mining | $78,230 | 130 |
Detailed Chemical Processing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders Occupations
These specific job titles have more detailed state and industry salary data:
| Occupation | Annual Median |
|---|---|
| Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders | $57,090 |
| Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $49,500 |
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Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
Utilities
Educational Services
Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
Metal Ore Mining
Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers
Food and Beverage Retailers
Testing Laboratories and Services
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Scientific Research and Development Services
Mining (except Oil and Gas)
Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying