Process operatives n.e.c. vs Sheet metal workers Salary (2025)

How do Process operatives n.e.c. and Sheet metal workers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Process operatives n.e.c. earns £1,592 more per year (5% higher)

Process operatives n.e.c.

£34,507
per year
vs

Sheet metal workers

£32,915
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricProcess operatives n.e.c.Sheet metal workersDifference
Median Annual£34,507£32,915+£1,592
Mean Annual£35,321£35,352-£31
Monthly£2,876£2,743+£133
Weekly£664£633+£31
Hourly£16.59£15.82+£0.77
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Process operatives n.e.c. or a Sheet metal workers?
A Process operatives n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Process operatives n.e.c. is £34,507, whilst a Sheet metal workers earns £32,915 — a difference of £1,592 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Process operatives n.e.c. and a Sheet metal workers?
The difference is £1,592 per year. Process operatives n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Process operatives n.e.c. or a Sheet metal workers?
From a salary perspective, Process 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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