Median Annual Wage: $29,820
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (57%); Less than high school diploma (28%); Post-secondary certificate (12%)
Projected Growth: Average (8% to 14%)
Related Job Titles: Machine Operator; Press Operator; Fabricator; Molder; Mold Mechanic; Bed Laborer; Caster; Molding Line Operator; Injection Molding Machine Operator; Molding Line Assistant
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Molding and Casting Workers.
More Production Careers
- Read work orders or examine parts to determine parts or sections of products to be produced.
- Trim or remove excess material, using scrapers, knives, or band saws.
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Molding and Casting Workers.
- Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
- Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
- Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
- Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Source: O*NET OnLine information for Molding and Casting Workers.
