Metal Working Machine Operatives vs Receptionists Salary (2025)

How do Metal Working Machine Operatives and Receptionists salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Metal Working Machine Operatives earns £13,061 more per year (68% higher)
vs

Receptionists

£19,348
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricMetal Working Machine OperativesReceptionistsDifference
Median Annual£32,409£19,348+£13,061
Mean Annual£35,404£19,635+£15,769
Monthly£2,701£1,612+£1,089
Weekly£623£372+£251
Hourly£15.58£9.30+£6.28

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileMetal Working Machine OperativesReceptionists
10th (Entry)£25,813£8,792
25th£27,629£13,123
50th (Median)£32,409£19,348
75th£40,466£25,704
90th (Senior)£0£30,411
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Metal Working Machine Operatives or a Receptionists?
A Metal Working Machine Operatives earns more. The median salary for a Metal Working Machine Operatives is £32,409, whilst a Receptionists earns £19,348 — a difference of £13,061 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Metal Working Machine Operatives and a Receptionists?
The difference is £13,061 per year. Metal Working Machine Operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Metal Working Machine Operatives or a Receptionists?
From a salary perspective, Metal Working Machine 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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