Metal making and treating process operatives vs Printers Salary (2025)

How do Metal making and treating process operatives and Printers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal making and treating process operatives earns £1,519 more per year (5% higher)
vs

Printers

£33,035
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal making and treating process operativesPrintersDifference
Median Annual£34,554£33,035+£1,519
Mean Annual£35,618£33,500+£2,118
Monthly£2,880£2,753+£127
Weekly£665£635+£30
Hourly£16.61£15.88+£0.73
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal making and treating process operatives or a Printers?
A Metal making and treating process operatives earns more. The median salary for a Metal making and treating process operatives is £34,554, whilst a Printers earns £33,035 — a difference of £1,519 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal making and treating process operatives and a Printers?
The difference is £1,519 per year. Metal making and treating process operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal making and treating process operatives or a Printers?
From a salary perspective, Metal making and treating process operatives 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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