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Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders in Battle Creek, Michigan

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.

Career Projections for Battle Creek, Michigan

Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders on average make:
$43,680 ($21.00/hour).

The number of positions in Battle Creek, Michigan are:
72
and by 2028 that number is projected to:
decrease to 66.

We predict that due to job growth or retirements there will be approximately:
6 every year.

The typical education needed to enter this job is:
a high school diploma/GED.

The typical training needed after hire is:
long-term on-the-job training.

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Other Job Titles

Arc and Gas Welder, Arc Welding Machine Operator, Billet Assembler, Braze Operator, Brazing Machine Operator, Brazing Machine Setter, Brazing Machine Setter Operator, Brazing Machine Setup Operator, Brazing Machine Tender, Certified Welder

Tools Used

Adjustable widemouth pliers, Arc welding equipment, Ball peen hammers, Bench vises, Brazing machines, Brazing robots, C clamps, Center punches, Chipping hammers, Claw hammers

Tasks

  • Turn and press knobs and buttons or enter operating instructions into computers to adjust and start welding machines.
  • Set up, operate, or tend welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products or assemblies.
  • Give directions to other workers regarding machine set-up and use.
  • Correct problems by adjusting controls or by stopping machines and opening holding devices.
  • Inspect, measure, or test completed metal workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using measuring and testing devices.

Personality

Attention to Detail, Dependability, Integrity, Self-Control, Cooperation, Independence, Persistence, Analytical Thinking, Stress Tolerance, Concern for Others

Certifications, Licenses, or Training

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