Glass and ceramics makers, decorators and finishers vs Metal machining setters and setter-operators Salary (2025)

How do Glass and ceramics makers, decorators and finishers 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 £8,052 more per year (28% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricGlass and ceramics makers, decorators and finishersMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsDifference
Median Annual£28,511£36,563-£8,052
Mean Annual£31,334£38,478-£7,144
Monthly£2,376£3,047-£671
Weekly£548£703-£155
Hourly£13.71£17.58-£3.87
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Glass and ceramics makers, decorators and finishers or a Metal machining setters and setter-operators?
A Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns more. The median salary for a Glass and ceramics makers, decorators and finishers is £28,511, whilst a Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £36,563 — a difference of £8,052 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Glass and ceramics makers, decorators and finishers and a Metal machining setters and setter-operators?
The difference is £8,052 per year. Metal machining setters and setter-operators is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Glass and ceramics makers, decorators and finishers 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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