How much does a Dairy Processing Equipment Operator make in the United States? The average Dairy Processing Equipment Operator salary in the United States is $40,362 as of October 01, 2024, but the range typically falls between $33,344 and $50,097. 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. 

Dairy Processing Equipment Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dairy Processing Equipment Operator Salary $26,954 US October 01, 2024
25th Percentile Dairy Processing Equipment Operator Salary $33,344 US October 01, 2024
50th Percentile Dairy Processing Equipment Operator Salary $40,362 US October 01, 2024
75th Percentile Dairy Processing Equipment Operator Salary $50,097 US October 01, 2024
90th Percentile Dairy Processing Equipment Operator Salary $58,960 US October 01, 2024
25% $33,344 10% $26,954 90% $58,960 75% $50,097 $40,362 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Dairy Processing Equipment Operator

Dairy Processing Equipment Operator sets-up and operates continuous flow equipment to process milk, cream, and other dairy products. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Dairy Processing Equipment 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, Dairy Processing Equipment 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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Career Path for Dairy Processing Equipment 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 Dairy Processing Equipment 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.

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Dairy Processing Equipment Operator salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Dairy Processing Equipment Operator, the highest Dairy Processing Equipment Operator salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Dairy Processing Equipment Operator salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Dairy Processing Equipment Operator salary is in Miami, FL, where the Dairy Processing Equipment 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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