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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Molding Machine Operator in California is $46,067 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.
However, a Molding Machine Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $49,563 | $4,130 | $953 | $24 |
| Average | $46,067 | $3,839 | $886 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $41,901 | $3,492 | $806 | $20 |
Spherion - Garden Grove, CA
JSG (Johnson Service Group, Inc.) - Orange, CA
Net2Source - Garden Grove, CA
Eaton Plc - Camarillo, CA
A Molding Machine Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Molding Machine Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Molding Machine Operator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, MFG Nondurable, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Molding Machine Operator positions in Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Molding Machine Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| MFG Nondurable | $50,674 | $24.0 | 10% |
| MFG Durable | $48,370 | $23.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Molding Machine Operator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $49,563 | $4,130 | $953 | $24 |
| Average | $46,067 | $3,839 | $886 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $41,901 | $3,492 | $806 | $20 |
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Spherion | Garden Grove, CA
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Garden Grove, CA
Kelly Services, Inc. | Garden Grove, CA
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Fresno, CA
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