As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator in the United States is $38,657. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $30,140 to a high of $52,225, with most professionals earning between $34,199 and $45,759.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $45,759 | $3,813 | $880 | $22 |
| Average | $38,657 | $3,221 | $743 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,199 | $2,850 | $658 | $16 |
An entry-level Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator with less than 1 year of experience earns about $37,527. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $38,528. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $41,470. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $41,785, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $41,996.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator | $37,527 |
| Intermediate Level Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator | $38,528 |
| Senior Level Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator | $41,470 |
| Specialist Level Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator | $41,785 |
| Expert Level Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator | $41,996 |
| Entry Level | 3% |
| Mid Level | 0% |
| Senior Level | 7% |
| Top Level | 8% |
| Experienced | 9% |
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $38,657 | 100.0% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| 401K/403B | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Disability | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Healthcare | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Pension | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Time Off | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Total Compensation | $38,657 | 100% | ||
The average annual salary of Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator is $38,657. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator is $19; the average weekly pay of Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator is $743; the average monthly pay of Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator is $3,221.
A Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator is $48,514.
The highest pay for Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator is $52,225.
The lowest pay for Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator is $30,140.
Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator sets-up and operates a buffing and polishing machine. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 0-2 years of experience. Being a Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Additionally, Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager.
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