Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Production, Factory and Assembly Supervisors Salary (2025)

How do Metal machining setters and setter-operators and Production, Factory and Assembly Supervisors salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Production, Factory and Assembly Supervisors earns £213 more per year (1% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsProduction, Factory and Assembly SupervisorsDifference
Median Annual£36,563£36,776-£213
Mean Annual£38,478£40,147-£1,669
Monthly£3,047£3,065-£18
Weekly£703£707-£4
Hourly£17.58£17.68-£0.10

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsProduction, Factory and Assembly Supervisors
10th (Entry)£26,038£26,372
25th£30,765£31,350
50th (Median)£36,563£36,776
75th£44,259£48,037
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Production, Factory and Assembly Supervisors?
A Production, Factory and Assembly Supervisors earns more. The median salary for a Metal machining setters and setter-operators is £36,563, whilst a Production, Factory and Assembly Supervisors earns £36,776 — a difference of £213 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Production, Factory and Assembly Supervisors?
The difference is £213 per year. Production, Factory and Assembly Supervisors is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Production, Factory and Assembly Supervisors?
From a salary perspective, Production, Factory and Assembly Supervisors 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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