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Coating, Painting And Spraying Machine Setters, Operators And Tenders
Coating, Painting And Spraying Machine Setters, Operators And Tenders set up, operate, or tend machines to coat or paint any of a wide variety of products, including glassware, cloth, ceramics, metal, plastic, paper, or wood, with lacquer, silver, copper, rubber, varnish, glaze, enamel, oil, or rust-proofing materials.
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What they do
Coating, Painting And Spraying Machine Setters, Operators And Tenders set up, operate, or tend machines to coat or paint any of a wide variety of products, including glassware, cloth, ceramics, metal, plastic, paper, or wood, with lacquer, silver, copper, rubber, varnish, glaze, enamel, oil, or rust-proofing materials.
- Select appropriate coatings, paints, or sprays, or prepare them by mixing substances according to formulas, using automated paint mixing equipment.
- Hold or position spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
- Fill hoppers, reservoirs, troughs, or pans with material used to coat, paint, or spray, using conveyors or pails.
- Thread or feed items or products through or around machine rollers and dryers.
Typical day
On a daily basis, Coating Machine Operators perform test runs to ensure that equipment is set up properly. They set up and operate machines to paint or coat products with such materials as silver and copper solution, rubber, paint, glaze, oil, or rustproofing materials.
A typical day for a Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setter, Operator, and Tender will also include:
- Operate auxiliary machines or equipment used in coating or painting processes.
- Examine, measure, weigh, or test sample products to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Observe machine gauges and equipment operation to detect defects or deviations from standards, and make adjustments as necessary.
- Hold or position spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
- Select appropriate coatings, paints, or sprays, or prepare them by mixing substances according to formulas, using automated paint mixing equipment.
Other responsibilities
Besides their typical day, Coating Machine Operators also transfer completed items or products from machines to drying or storage areas, using handcarts, hand trucks, or cranes. They may also prepare and apply stencils, computer-generated decals, or other decorative items to finished products.
On a weekly to monthly basis, Coating Machine Operators remove materials, parts, or workpieces from painting or coating machines, using hand tools. They might also paint small items and perform touch-up painting, using paintbrushes.
In addition, they thread or feed items or products through or around machine rollers and dryers.
Although specific duties may vary, many of them place items or products on feed racks, spindles, or reel strands to coat, paint, or spray them, using hands, hoists, or truck lifts.
To some Coating Machine Operators, it is also their responsibility to record operational data on specified forms.
What is the job like
Job satisfaction
Is this job meaningful
51% said they were satisfied with their job and 42% said they found their job meaningful.
Pros
Suitable for people who like practical and hands-on work.
Suitable for people who want to work in a supportive work environment.
It is easy to get into this career. Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required to get started.
Cons
Not suitable for people who like to help and teach others.
One of the lowest paying jobs.
Long working hours (More than 40 hours per week).
How much do they make
Average salary
Average hourly wage
Entry-level Coating, Painting And Spraying Machine Setters, Operators And Tenders with little to no experience can expect to make anywhere between $26,890 to $31,820 per year or $13 to $15 per hour.
| Salary by experience | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Highest (Top 10%) | $62,010 | $30 |
| Senior (Top 25%) | $49,330 | $24 |
| Median | $39,060 | $19 |
| Junior (Bottom 25%) | $31,820 | $15 |
| No experience (Bottom 10%) | $26,890 | $13 |
This table shows the top 10 highest paying industries for Coating, Painting And Spraying Machine Setters, Operators And Tenders based on their average annual salary.
| Salary by industry | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Air Transportation | $84140 | $40.45 |
| Local Government | $63770 | $30.66 |
| Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing | $56360 | $27.10 |
| Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers | $55180 | $26.53 |
| Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills | $54850 | $26.37 |
| Facilities Support Services | $52290 | $25.14 |
| Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | $50910 | $24.48 |
| Other Amusement and Recreation Industries | $50110 | $24.09 |
| Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services | $50010 | $24.05 |
| Nonresidential Building Construction | $49730 | $23.91 |
View more salary by industries here.
Where can they work
Where can Coating, Painting And Spraying Machine Setters, Operators And Tenders work? Here is a table showing the top 10 largest employers of Coating, Painting And Spraying Machine Setters, Operators And Tenders including the average salary in that industry.
| Employers | Total Employed | Annual Salary | Hourly Wages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Repair and Maintenance | 24280 | $49180 | $23.64 |
| Coating, Engraving, Heat Treating, and Allied Activities | 13460 | $35640 | $17.14 |
| Machinery Manufacturing | 9920 | $39590 | $19.04 |
| Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing | 9620 | $37950 | $18.24 |
| Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing | 6020 | $39450 | $18.97 |
| Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing | 5600 | $36050 | $17.33 |
| Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing | 5070 | $56360 | $27.10 |
| Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 4290 | $50910 | $24.48 |
| Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing | 3850 | $36520 | $17.56 |
| Converted Paper Product Manufacturing | 3800 | $45590 | $21.92 |
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Working hours
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Telephone
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Group discussions
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Public speaking
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What is the work environment like
Office-style environment
Indoors in an environmentally controlled condition
Warehouse-style environment
Indoors in a non-controlled environmental condition such as a warehouse
Outdoors
Outdoors exposed to all weather conditions
Outdoors – Under Cover
Outdoors but under cover (e.g. structure with roof but no walls)
How to become one
Difficulty to become one
Required level of education
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Relevant majors
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology
Relevant work experience
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On The Job Training
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Should you become one
Best personality type for this career
People with this personality type likes practical and hands-on work. They prefer working with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery.
People with The Builder personality type likes practical and hands-on work. They prefer working with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery.
People with The Thinker personality likes to work with ideas that require an extensive amount of thinking. They prefer work that requires them to solve problems mentally.
People with The Artist personality likes to work with designs and patterns. They prefer activities that require self-expression and prefer work that can be done without following a clear set of rules.
People with The Helper personality type likes to work with people and in teams. They prefer work that allows them to build relationships with others.
People with The Leader personality likes to start and work on projects. They also like leading people and making many decisions.
People with The Organizer personality type likes to follow set procedures and routines. They prefer working with data and details more than with ideas.
You can read more about these career personality types here.
People who are suitable for this job tend to like work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They like working with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery.
They also like following set procedures and routines. They like working with data and details more than with ideas.
Take this quiz to see if this is the right career for you.
Work Values
Which values are the most important to a person’s satisfaction for this job?
You are someone who is results oriented. You prefer work that allows you to utilize your skills and abilities while at the same time giving you a sense of accomplishment.
You are someone who values job security, steady employment, and good working conditions. You also prefer work that keeps you busy all the time with something different to do every day.
You are someone who values job advancement and leadership roles. You prefer work that receives recognition for the work you do and jobs that are looked up to by others in the company and your community.
You are someone who likes to provide a service to others. You prefer a work environment where you can work with your co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment.
You are someone who values a company that stands behind their employees. You prefer a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and is being supported by the company.
You are someone who likes to work on your own and make your own decisions. You prefer work that requires little supervision and are allowed to try out your own ideas.
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