*A job as a Turret Lathe Operator falls under the broader career category of Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic :
Set up, operate, or tend lathe and turning machines to turn, bore, thread, form, or face metal or plastic materials, such as wire, rod, or bar stock.
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Median Annual Wage |
$48,850 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$23.49* |
Total Employed Nationally |
19,560 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.