Platemaker Salary in the United States

Platemaker Salary

How much does a Platemaker make in the United States? The average Platemaker salary in the United States is $45,944 as of April 27, 2020, but the range typically falls between $39,327 and $50,159. 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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25% $39,327 10% $33,302 90% $53,997 75% $50,159 $45,944 50%(Median)
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Job Description for Platemaker

Platemaker creates printing plates by exposing film to ultraviolet light. Performs tests to determine time required for exposure. Being a Platemaker repairs defective plates, installs and aligns plates, and transfers image as necessary. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Additionally, Platemaker typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Platemaker may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2020 Salary.com)... View full job description

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John D. Rainey, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Global Customer Operations
PayPal Holdings, Inc.
PayPal Holdings, Inc. operates as a technology platform and digital payments company that enables digital and mobile payments on behalf of consumers and merchants worldwide. Its payment solutions include PayPal, PayPal Credit, Braintree, Venmo, Xoom, and iZettle products. The company's Payments Platform allows consumer... More
Fiscal Year Ended in 2018
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Platemaker Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.3%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 10.7%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.7%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.0%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.9%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 21.0%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.0%

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50159
45944

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39661
50230
46673
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