Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
SOC Code: 51-9196 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Set up, operate, or tend paper goods machines that perform a variety of functions, such as converting, sawing, corrugating, banding, wrapping, boxing, stitching, forming, or sealing paper or paperboard sheets into products.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $46,717 | $58,157 | $69,576 | $81,016 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City, LA | $48,714 | $58,906 | $69,098 | $79,290 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $47,840 | $57,782 | $67,746 | $77,688 |
| Medford, OR | $57,970 | $64,376 | $70,762 | $77,168 |
| Longview-Kelso, WA | $51,251 | $59,280 | $67,309 | $75,338 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $51,272 | $59,218 | $67,142 | $75,088 |
| Lafayette, LA | $47,715 | $56,826 | $65,915 | $75,026 |
| Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $47,445 | $56,597 | $65,728 | $74,880 |
| Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $47,050 | $56,243 | $65,416 | $74,610 |
| Alexandria, LA | $46,072 | $55,370 | $64,688 | $73,986 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.6 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.2 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.1 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.9 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.7 |
| Mechanical | 3.6 |
| Mathematics | 3.5 |
| English Language | 3.2 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.2 |
| Education and Training | 2.7 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.7 |
| Engineering and Technology | 2.4 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 69.3% |
| Less than high school | 20.1% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 9.4% |
Typical Tasks
- Examine completed work to detect defects and verify conformance to work orders, and adjust machinery as necessary to correct production problems.
- Start machines and move controls to regulate tension on pressure rolls, to synchronize speed of machine components, and to adjust temperatures of glue or paraffin.
- Observe operation of various machines to detect and correct machine malfunctions such as improper forming, glue flow, or pasteboard tension.
- Disassemble machines to maintain, repair, or replace broken or worn parts, using hand or power tools.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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