Assemblers (vehicles and metal goods) vs Process, plant and machine operatives Salary (2025)

How do Assemblers (vehicles and metal goods) and Process, plant and machine operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Process, plant and machine operatives earns £1,419 more per year (4% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricAssemblers (vehicles and metal goods)Process, plant and machine operativesDifference
Median Annual£31,752£33,171-£1,419
Mean Annual£33,505£34,903-£1,398
Monthly£2,646£2,764-£118
Weekly£611£638-£27
Hourly£15.27£15.95-£0.68

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileAssemblers (vehicles and metal goods)Process, plant and machine operatives
10th (Entry)£20,862£17,094
25th£26,142£26,372
50th (Median)£31,752£33,171
75th£39,657£42,276
90th (Senior)£0£52,540
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Assemblers (vehicles and metal goods) or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
A Process, plant and machine operatives earns more. The median salary for a Assemblers (vehicles and metal goods) is £31,752, whilst a Process, plant and machine operatives earns £33,171 — a difference of £1,419 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Assemblers (vehicles and metal goods) and a Process, plant and machine operatives?
The difference is £1,419 per year. Process, plant and machine operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Assemblers (vehicles and metal goods) or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
From a salary perspective, Process, plant and machine operatives 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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