Metal machining setters and setter-operators vs Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. Salary (2025)

How do Metal machining setters and setter-operators and Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal machining setters and setter-operators earns £1,571 more per year (4% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsScience, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.Difference
Median Annual£36,563£34,992+£1,571
Mean Annual£38,478£37,397+£1,081
Monthly£3,047£2,916+£131
Weekly£703£673+£30
Hourly£17.58£16.82+£0.76

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileMetal machining setters and setter-operatorsScience, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.
10th (Entry)£26,038£22,145
25th£30,765£28,527
50th (Median)£36,563£34,992
75th£44,259£45,224
90th (Senior)£0£55,702
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal machining setters and setter-operators or a Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.?
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 n.e.c. earns £34,992 — a difference of £1,571 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal machining setters and setter-operators and a Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.?
The difference is £1,571 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 n.e.c.?
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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