Extruding/Drawing Machine Operator
Code: 51-4021.00
Also known as: Equipment Technician, Extruder Operator, Extrusion Operator, Extrusion Press Operator, Machine Operator, Metal Inspector, Setup Operator, Wire Mill Operator, Wire Mill Rover
Description: Set up, operate, or tend machines to extrude or draw thermoplastic or metal materials into tubes, rods, hoses, wire, bars, or structural shapes.
Typical wages
| 10% | $26,660 |
| 25% | $30,850 |
| Median | $37,530 |
| 75% | $46,330 |
| 90% | $54,750 |
| 10% | $12.82 |
| 25% | $14.83 |
| Median | $18.05 |
| 75% | $22.28 |
| 90% | $26.32 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
77,400 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
69,200 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 6,800 |