Merchandisers vs Process, plant and machine operatives Salary (2025)

How do Merchandisers 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 £6,956 more per year (27% higher)

Merchandisers

£26,215
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricMerchandisersProcess, plant and machine operativesDifference
Median Annual£26,215£33,171-£6,956
Mean Annual£24,952£34,903-£9,951
Monthly£2,185£2,764-£579
Weekly£504£638-£134
Hourly£12.60£15.95-£3.35

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileMerchandisersProcess, plant and machine operatives
10th (Entry)£4,894£17,094
25th£10,415£26,372
50th (Median)£26,215£33,171
75th£34,006£42,276
90th (Senior)£0£52,540
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Merchandisers or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
A Process, plant and machine operatives earns more. The median salary for a Merchandisers is £26,215, whilst a Process, plant and machine operatives earns £33,171 — a difference of £6,956 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Merchandisers and a Process, plant and machine operatives?
The difference is £6,956 per year. Process, plant and machine operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Merchandisers 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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