Wave Soldering Machine Operator Career

*A job as a Wave Soldering Machine Operator falls under the broader career category of Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders. 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 Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders : Set up, operate, or tend welding, soldering, or brazing machines or robots that weld, braze, solder, or heat treat metal products, components, or assemblies. Includes workers who operate laser cutters or laser-beam machines.


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Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tender Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$47,120

Median Hourly Wage

$22.65*

Total Employed Nationally

33,020


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.