Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. vs Shelf fillers Salary (2025)

How do Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. and Shelf fillers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. earns £14,678 more per year (82% higher)
vs

Shelf fillers

£17,992
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricPlant and machine operatives n.e.c.Shelf fillersDifference
Median Annual£32,670£17,992+£14,678
Mean Annual£33,093£18,696+£14,397
Monthly£2,723£1,499+£1,224
Weekly£628£346+£282
Hourly£15.71£8.65+£7.06
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. or a Shelf fillers?
A Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. is £32,670, whilst a Shelf fillers earns £17,992 — a difference of £14,678 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. and a Shelf fillers?
The difference is £14,678 per year. Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. or a Shelf fillers?
From a salary perspective, Plant and machine operatives n.e.c. 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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