SOC 519023
Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Set up, operate, or tend machines to mix or blend materials, such as chemicals, tobacco, liquids, color pigments, or explosive ingredients. Excludes "Food Batchmakers" (51-3092).
National Median
$47,680
per year
National Salary Overview
Median Annual
$47,680
Entry Level (10th pct)
$35,000
Experienced (90th pct)
$67,570
Total Employed
100,840
Salary Distribution
Salary percentiles show the range from entry-level (10th) to top earners (90th)
Salary by Experience Level
| Experience Level | Estimated Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry Level0-2 years experience | $35,000 - $39,800 |
| Mid Career2-8 years experience | $39,800 - $57,940 |
| Senior / Expert8+ years experience | $57,940 - $67,570 |
Highest Paying Locations for Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders Salary by Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders?
The national median annual salary for Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders is $47,680, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This means half of workers in this occupation earn more, and half earn less.
Where do Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenderss earn the most?
The highest-paying metro area for Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenderss is Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area, with a median salary of $77,690.
How much can an experienced Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders make?
Top-earning Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenderss (90th percentile) make $67,570 or more annually. This typically reflects workers with significant experience, specialized skills, or positions in high-paying regions.