Metal Workers and Plastic Workers (all other)

Top 3 Metal Workers Jobs

  • Production Worker - Westlake Chemical Corporation - Columbus,OH

    Assemble boxes for packing. Pack products according to company standards. Fold and glue boxes for shipping. Attach labels to boxes and use hand-held scanner for inventory. Assist machine operators on extrusion line startups, shut-downs, profile and...

  • Warehouse Worker - Day - Pridestaff - Columbus,OH

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assemble boxes for packingPack products according to company standardsFold and glue boxes for shippingAttach labels to boxes and use hand-held scanner for...

  • Shop Associate - Metal & Wood (2nd shift) - WASSERSTROM - Columbus,OH

    Wasserstrom, an industry fixture since 1902, is a national leader in the manufacturing of food service equipment. From design to installation, we are a global supplier, custom manufacturer and consolidator of fixtures, furniture, and equipment.

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Top 3 Plastic Workers Jobs

  • Packaging Machine Operator - 12-Hour Night Shift - Abbott Laboratories - Columbus,OH

    Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices,...

  • Production Worker - Westlake Chemical Corporation - Columbus,OH

    Assemble boxes for packing. Pack products according to company standards. Fold and glue boxes for shipping. Attach labels to boxes and use hand-held scanner for inventory. Assist machine operators on extrusion line startups, shut-downs, profile and...

  • Picker/Packer - WestRock - Columbus,OH

    The Production Worker will have a key role in the efficient distribution of our warehouse deliveries and arrivals. How you will impact Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions: Handle pick tickets/orders from warehouse management/staff to pull items...

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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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