Process, plant and machine operatives vs Weighers, graders and sorters Salary (2025)

How do Process, plant and machine operatives and Weighers, graders and sorters salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Process, plant and machine operatives earns £3,272 more per year (11% higher)
vs

Weighers, graders and sorters

£29,899
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricProcess, plant and machine operativesWeighers, graders and sortersDifference
Median Annual£33,171£29,899+£3,272
Mean Annual£34,903£29,868+£5,035
Monthly£2,764£2,492+£272
Weekly£638£575+£63
Hourly£15.95£14.37+£1.58
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Process, plant and machine operatives or a Weighers, graders and sorters?
A Process, plant and machine operatives earns more. The median salary for a Process, plant and machine operatives is £33,171, whilst a Weighers, graders and sorters earns £29,899 — a difference of £3,272 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Process, plant and machine operatives and a Weighers, graders and sorters?
The difference is £3,272 per year. Process, plant and machine operatives is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Process, plant and machine operatives or a Weighers, graders and sorters?
From a salary perspective, Process, plant and 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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