Rolling Machine Operator

Code: 51-4023.00

Also known as: Breakdown Mill Operator, Calender Operator, Cold Mill Operator, Machine Operator, Mill Operator, Rolling Mill Operator, Roughing Mill Operator, Temper Mill Operator, Tube Mill Operator, Weld Mill Operator

Description: Set up, operate, or tend machines to roll steel or plastic forming bends, beads, knurls, rolls, or plate or to flatten, temper, or reduce gauge of material.

Rolling Machine Operator

Typical wages


10% $29,100
25% $35,050
Median $43,600
75% $52,910
90% $63,570
10% $13.99
25% $16.85
Median $20.96
75% $25.44
90% $30.56

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
32,600
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
28,900
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 2,300