Spotlight on Manufacturing Jobs

Occupation Overview:

• Run computerized machines programmed to cut and shape parts • Read and interpret blueprints• Work alone most of the time• Sometimes wear protective gear such as safety glasses and face masks• May work on a rotating schedule• Formal training is usually through an apprenticeship program or on the job

Average Annual Job Openings Due To Entry Wage Median Wage

Growth Replacement Total Hourly Hourly

51-4041 Machinists 13 459 472 $12.74 $18.82

51-4011 Computer Controlled Machine Tool Operators 113 149 262 $12.09 $17.30

51-4012 Numerical Tool/Process Control Programmers 4 19 23 $13.95 $18.93

MACHINING

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operator

Wages and Trends*

Average Annual Job Openings Due To Entry Wage Median

Wage

Growth Replacement Total Hourly Hourly

51-2092 Team Assemblers 146 1,237 1,383 $9.20 $12.65

51-2099 Assemblers & Fabricators, All Other 48 204 252 $9.62 $12.25

51-4021 Extruding/Drawing Machine Setters/ Operators 10 56 66 $10.10 $15.34

51-4022 Forging Machine Setters/Operators/ Tenders 1 24 25 $14.29 $17.96

51-4023 Rolling Machine Setters/Operators/ Tenders 0 41 41 $13.57 $17.60

51-4031 Cutting/Punching Machine Setters/ Operators 0 92 92 $10.02 $14.00

MACHINING

General Production Machine Operator

Wages and Trends*

Occupation Overview

• Work with their hands to install, test, and fix manufacturing equipment

• Work with technologists and engineers• Stand for long periods of time• Have a one-year certificate or a two-year degree• Ensure quality and safety

Average Annual Job Openings Due To Entry Wage Median

Wage

Growth Replacement Total Hourly Hourly

49-2094 Elec. Repairers-Commercial/Industrial 0 41 41 $16.40 $24.10

49-9041 Industrial Machinery Mechanics 177 218 395 $17.11 $23.74

49-9043 Maintenance Workers, Machinery 0 97 97 $17.55 $24.53

49-9071 Maintenance & Repair Workers, General 288 944 1,232 $11.68 $18.33

Occupation Overview:

• Install, fix, and maintain machines in factories• Work alone most of the time• Often wear protective gear such as earplugs and work boots• May work overtime and weekends• Train on the job or through apprenticeship programs• Often work for car manufacturers

MECHATRONIC

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MechatronicsWages and Trends*

Average Annual Job Openings Due To Entry Wage Median

Wage

Growth Replacement Total Hourly Hourly

51-4121Welders, Cutters, Solderers & Brazers Welding/ Soldering Machines

87 378 465 $12.70 $17.07

51-4122 Setters/Operators 12 60 72 $11.62 $17.09

Occupation Overview:

• Repair and join metal parts using heat and tools• Often wear safety shoes, goggles, and hoods with protective lenses• Usually work alone and indoors• May work up to 70 hours per week• Usually train through formal training programs• Some train on the job• May need to be certified

WELDING

WelderWages and Trends*

Average Annual Job Openings Due To

Entry Wage

Median Wage

Growth Replacement Total Hourly Hourly

11-3071 Trans., Storage &Distribution Managers 11 118 129 $23.70 $35.25

43-1011 Shipping & Receiving Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Import Coordinator

424 1,277 1,701 $15.74 $23.89

43-5032 Dispatchers 62 144 206 $13.17 $18.36

13-1081 Logistics Coordinator, Logistics Planner, Logistics Analyst 63 73 136 $20.92 $31.09

Occupation Overview:

• Develop business relationships with suppliers and customers• Work to understand customers’ needs and how to meet them• Direct the allocation of materials, supplies, and finished products• Design strategies to minimize the cost or time required to move goods• Review the success of logistical functions and identify areas for improvement• Present performance data to management• Propose improvements to management and customers• Stay current on advances in logistics technology and incorporate new technologies into procedures

LOGISTICS

Logistics/InventoryWages and Trends*

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*Occupational wage information provided in the tables is a statewide average for Illinois. Wages may vary across regions within Illinois.

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