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Mechanical Engineering

Machine Operator

Average gross salary in United Kingdom is
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80% of people earn:
12K - 29K GBP
10% earn less lthan 12K GBP
10% earns more than 29K GBP

Salaries in the survey are expressed in gross.

Based on the gb.paylab.com salary survey, 80% of people on the Machine Operator position in the United Kingdom earn between 12,480 GBP and 29,172 GBP annually gross.

10% of employees earn less than 12,480 GBP and 10% of people earn more than 29,172 GBP.

The survey is based on data from employees, cleaned of extreme and duplicate values.

Description of job position

  • Operating and monitoring machinery and equipment to ensure efficient production processes.
  • Conducting routine inspections and maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
  • Setting up machines for production runs, including adjusting settings and calibrating equipment as needed.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues that may arise during operation.
  • Adhering to safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Maintaining accurate production records and reporting any discrepancies to supervisors.
  • Collaborating with team members to meet production targets and improve operational efficiency.
  • Cleaning and organizing work areas to ensure a tidy and safe workspace.
  • Assisting in training new operators on machine operation and safety procedures.
  • Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production quality and efficiency.

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Position Machine Operator - Mechanical Engineering in the labour market

In the salary ranking,
the job position takes

784. place

Women representation in position

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Average age of respondent by position

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807. place

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Salary group 1

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785. place

Florist

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Salary group 2

13,956 - 27,156 GBP

784. place

Machine Operator

Mechanical Engineering

Salary group 2

12,480 - 29,172 GBP

783. place

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Salary group 2

1. place

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Top Management

Salary group 3

40,128 - 200,304 GBP

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