Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Science, Engineering and Production Technicians Salary (2025)

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

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £1,065 more per year (3% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsScience, Engineering and Production TechniciansDifference
Median Annual£36,563£35,498+£1,065
Mean Annual£38,478£38,629-£151
Monthly£3,047£2,958+£89
Weekly£703£683+£20
Hourly£17.58£17.07+£0.51

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsScience, Engineering and Production Technicians
10th (Entry)£26,038£24,003
25th£30,765£28,365
50th (Median)£36,563£35,498
75th£44,259£46,091
90th (Senior)£0£57,951
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Science, Engineering and Production Technicians?
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 Science, Engineering and Production Technicians earns £35,498 — a difference of £1,065 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Science, Engineering and Production Technicians?
The difference is £1,065 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 Science, Engineering and Production Technicians?
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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