Skilled Trades

Machine Feeders and Offbearers

Feed materials into or remove materials from machines or equipment that is automatic or tended by other workers.

Median salary

$39,700

Typical range

$31k – $57k

Job outlook

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Education

Typical entry: No degree required

•Inspect materials and products for defects, and to ensure conformance to specifications.
•Record production and operational data, such as amount of materials processed.
•Push dual control buttons and move controls to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment.
•Weigh or measure materials or products to ensure conformance to specifications.
•Identify and mark materials, products, and samples, following instructions.

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Reputation-based selection; stats shown are outcome data per school.