Metal Workers and Plastic Workers (all other)

Top 3 Metal Workers Jobs

  • Sheet Metal Technician - Aerotek - Columbus,OH

    Aerotek - - Responsibilities: Install hangers for sheet metal systems, including hanging sheet metal strap from pre-installed inserts in concrete decks and installing trapeze strut hangers; Install high-pressure duct systems using TDF/TDC...

  • 3rd Shift Material Handler - Alro Steel - Columbus,OH

    Alro Steel - - Responsibilities: Fill and prepare material orders for shipment; Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, metal saws, shears, and lasers; Contribute to our customer service mission in a safe and efficient manner; Maintain accurate...

  • Welding Robot Operator, 2nd Shift - Wieland - Delaware,OH

    Overview Wieland - Creating Value for Generations! Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio...

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Top 3 Plastic Workers Jobs

  • Plastics Machine Operator - AMCOR - New Albany,OH

    Amcor - - Responsibilities: Keep Injection Stretch Blow Molding and/or Injection Molding lines running and producing good bottles; Perform preventative maintenance on ISBM/IM molds and machines; Start up and shut down molding equipment in a...

  • Distribution Warehouse Material Handler - PetSmart - Groveport,OH

    PetSmart, Inc. - - Responsibilities: Operate Reach Truck to gather, move and stack pallets; Operate Dock Stocker to unload, sort, and track salvage returns; Unload and lay down pallets in reusable condition for order fill processing; Move and...

  • Production Worker - Aerotek - Columbus,OH

    Aerotek - - Responsibilities: Perform material handling tasks, including moving raw materials and finished carbon products throughout the facility; Load and unload materials and products from production lines, equipment, and storage areas;...

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What They Do

All metal workers and plastic workers not listed separately.


Metal and plastic worker Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 21,400
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $36,990

Job Outlook for Metal and plastic workers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: -400
  • Growth rate: -2 percent (Decline)

How to Become a Metal or plastic worker

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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