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

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

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £17,215 more per year (89% higher)
vs

Receptionists

£19,348
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsReceptionistsDifference
Median Annual£36,563£19,348+£17,215
Mean Annual£38,478£19,635+£18,843
Monthly£3,047£1,612+£1,435
Weekly£703£372+£331
Hourly£17.58£9.30+£8.28

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsReceptionists
10th (Entry)£26,038£8,792
25th£30,765£13,123
50th (Median)£36,563£19,348
75th£44,259£25,704
90th (Senior)£0£30,411
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Receptionists?
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 Receptionists earns £19,348 — a difference of £17,215 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Receptionists?
The difference is £17,215 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 Receptionists?
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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