How much does a Punch Press Operator make in Bakersfield, CA? The average Punch Press Operator salary in Bakersfield, CA is $46,793 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $41,213 and $50,944. 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. 

Punch Press Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Punch Press Operator Salary $36,132 Bakersfield,CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Punch Press Operator Salary $41,213 Bakersfield,CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Punch Press Operator Salary $46,793 Bakersfield,CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Punch Press Operator Salary $50,944 Bakersfield,CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Punch Press Operator Salary $54,723 Bakersfield,CA February 26, 2024
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What skills does a Punch Press Operator need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Problem Solving: Analyzing and identifying the root cause of problems and applying critical thinking skills to solve problems.

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Quality Checks: Quality Check is the intensive review in the quality matters to test, inspect, or ask questions in order to find out the highest level of accuracy possible.

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Machine Operation: Applying methods and techniques to implement, maintain, repair, design, and update various machines following specific rules to ensure safety.

Problem Solving 4.81%
Quality Checks 1.49%
Machine Operation 2.46%
Others 91.24%

Job Description for Punch Press Operator

Punch Press Operator configures and operates electrically powered presses to cut, shape, and form metal, plastic, or other materials used in manufacturing operations. Performs operations such as blanking, bending, punching, and forming based on blueprints and other instructions. Being a Punch Press Operator responsibilities include configuring equipment and calibrating gauge settings, recognizing condition of dies, loading materials onto the equipment, feeding material through die, and positioning and removing parts from the die. Keeps a record of operational data and performs routine equipment maintenance. Additionally, Punch Press Operator monitors work schedule to ascertain production information, such as size, type, and quantity to be processed. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Punch Press Operator works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Punch Press Operator typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Punch Press 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 Punch Press Operator, the first career path typically progresses to Injection Molding Machine Operator III.

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

The third career path typically starts with a Machinist III position, and then progresses to Machine Shop Production Supervisor I.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically starts with a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator II position, and then progresses to Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator III.

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Punch Press Operator salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Punch Press Operator, the highest Punch Press Operator salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Punch Press Operator salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Punch Press Operator salary is in Miami, FL, where the Punch Press Operator salary is 2.9% 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
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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