Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Printers Salary (2025)

How do Metal machining setters and setter-operators and Printers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £3,528 more per year (11% higher)
vs

Printers

£33,035
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsPrintersDifference
Median Annual£36,563£33,035+£3,528
Mean Annual£38,478£33,500+£4,978
Monthly£3,047£2,753+£294
Weekly£703£635+£68
Hourly£17.58£15.88+£1.70
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Printers?
A Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns more. The median salary for a Metal machining setters and setter-operators is £36,563, whilst a Printers earns £33,035 — a difference of £3,528 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Printers?
The difference is £3,528 per year. Metal machining setters and setter-operators is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Printers?
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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