Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator Salary in the United States

Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator Salary

How much does a Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator make in the United States? The average Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator salary in the United States is $38,115 as of June 27, 2024, but the range typically falls between $33,721 and $45,118. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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10th Percentile Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator Salary $29,719 US June 27, 2024
25th Percentile Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator Salary $33,721 US June 27, 2024
50th Percentile Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator Salary $38,115 US June 27, 2024
75th Percentile Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator Salary $45,118 US June 27, 2024
90th Percentile Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator Salary $51,493 US June 27, 2024
25% $33,721 10% $29,719 90% $51,493 75% $45,118 $38,115 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator

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. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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  • HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO - Hartford, CT
    Sets up and operates a variety of Centerless Grinders to produce high precision component parts that meet all quality standards. Specific equipment may inc...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO - Hartford, CT
    Sets-up and operates CNC Swiss Machines to produce highly precision component parts that meet all quality standards. Major Areas of Responsibility. Set-up ...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO - Hartford, CT
    The Machinist/Set-Up Operator (Grinding) will work as part of a team in a production cell consisting of pinch/peel grinding, milling and laser marking oper...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO - East Hartford, CT
    The Machinist/Set-Up Operator (Grinding) will work as part of a team in a production cell consisting of pinch/peel grinding, milling and laser marking oper...
    - 9 Days Ago
  • HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO - East Hartford, CT
    Sets-up and operates CNC Swiss Machines to produce highly precision component parts that meet all quality standards. Major Areas of Responsibility. Set-up ...
    - 9 Days Ago

Career Path for Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator, the first career path typically progresses to Extrusion Operator, Sr..

The second career path typically starts with an Injection Molding Machine Operator II position, and then progresses to Injection Molding Machine Operator III.

The third career path typically starts with a Machine Operator II position, and then progresses to Machine Operator Supervisor.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically starts with a Machinist II position, and then progresses to Machine Shop Production Supervisor I.

Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator
Extrusion Operator, Sr.
Injection Molding Machine Operator II
Machine Operator II
Machinist II
Injection Molding Machine Operator III
Machine Operator Supervisor
Machine Shop Production Supervisor I
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Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator Pay Difference by Location

Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator, the highest Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator salary is in Miami, FL, where the Buffing and Polishing Set-Up Operator salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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