Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. vs Metal machining setters and setter-operators Salary (2025)

How do Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. and Metal machining setters and setter-operators salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £7,379 more per year (25% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricAssemblers and routine operatives n.e.c.Metal machining setters and setter-operatorsDifference
Median Annual£29,184£36,563-£7,379
Mean Annual£30,035£38,478-£8,443
Monthly£2,432£3,047-£615
Weekly£561£703-£142
Hourly£14.03£17.58-£3.55

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileAssemblers and routine operatives n.e.c.Metal machining setters and setter-operators
10th (Entry)£21,154£26,038
25th£25,511£30,765
50th (Median)£29,184£36,563
75th£34,694£44,259
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. or a Metal machining setters and setter-operators?
A Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns more. The median salary for a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. is £29,184, whilst a Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £36,563 — a difference of £7,379 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. and a Metal machining setters and setter-operators?
The difference is £7,379 per year. Metal machining setters and setter-operators is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. or a Metal machining setters and setter-operators?
From a salary perspective, Metal machining setters and setter-operators offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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