Metal making and treating process operatives vs Weighers, graders and sorters Salary (2025)

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

Metal making and treating process operatives earns £4,655 more per year (16% higher)
vs

Weighers, graders and sorters

£29,899
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal making and treating process operativesWeighers, graders and sortersDifference
Median Annual£34,554£29,899+£4,655
Mean Annual£35,618£29,868+£5,750
Monthly£2,880£2,492+£388
Weekly£665£575+£90
Hourly£16.61£14.37+£2.24
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal making and treating process operatives or a Weighers, graders and sorters?
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 Weighers, graders and sorters earns £29,899 — a difference of £4,655 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal making and treating process operatives and a Weighers, graders and sorters?
The difference is £4,655 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 Weighers, graders and sorters?
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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