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Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

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Job Description


	Set up, operate, or tend machines to mix or blend materials, such as chemicals, tobacco, liquids, color pigments, or explosive ingredients.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

	Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

	Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Chemical Manufacturing (3255 and 3256 only)	17,230
Chemical Manufacturing (3251, 3252, 3253, and 3259 only)	16,060
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing	13,430
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing	13,070
Animal Food Manufacturing	7,310
Other Food Manufacturing	5,940
Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing	4,890
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4242 and 4246 only)	3,970
Plastics Product Manufacturing	3,390
Rubber Product Manufacturing	3,300

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Average Annual Salary	$39,360
Average Hourly Wage	$18.92
Total Employment	128,600