• Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
  • Manufacturing
  • Annual Median Wage
    $ 44,042
    $31,059 range bar $57,060
    Annual NC Wage Range
    Growth Rate
    Image of growth rate score 1
    Very Slow Growing
  • 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.

What do they typically do

  • Give directions to other workers regarding machine set-up and use
  • Turn and press knobs and buttons or enter operating instructions into computers to adjust and start welding machines
  • Start, monitor, and adjust robotic welding production lines
  • Correct problems by adjusting controls or by stopping machines and opening holding devices
  • Record operational information on production reports
  • Load or feed workpieces into welding machines to join or bond components
  • Inspect, measure, or test completed metal workpieces to make sure they conform to specifications, using measuring and testing devices
  • Set up, operate, or tend welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products or assemblies

Number of Jobs

Average Annual
Job Growth -0.2%
Job Openings 16

Job Listings

Select a region/location in North Carolina to begin your search.
View available jobs

Education & Training

  • Education

    These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
    Associated Programs or Majors
    More
    License
    More
Private Training Programs
149

First Step

Find out where to start your new journey. Get started

Next Step

Find out what's next in line on your career journey. Get started
147
Change -2