Lay out reference points and dimensions on metal or plastic stock or workpieces, such as sheets, plates, tubes, structural shapes, castings, or machine parts, for further processing. Include shipfitters.
Top Industries of Employment
| Area |
Employment** Total |
Hourly Wage | Annual | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean | Entry | Experienced | Mean | Entry | Experienced | ||
| Missouri | 270 | 13.25 | 10.20 | 14.77 | 27,550 | 21,210 | 30,720 |
| St Louis MSA | 170 | 17.79 | 12.02 | 20.67 | 37,000 | 24,990 | 43,000 |
| Kansas City* | 30 | 15.62 | 11.62 | 17.61 | 32,484 | 24,179 | 36,636 |
| St. Louis County* | 10 | 12.68 | 11.37 | 13.33 | 26,368 | 23,642 | 27,732 |
| Area | Employment ** | Change 2000-2010 |
Annual Avg Openings |
Long-term Outlook |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Estimated | 2010 Projected | Number | Percent | |||
| Missouri | 360 | 320 | -40 | -11.11 | 9 | Caution |
| Kansas City MSA | 50 | 50 | .00 | 1 | Caution | |
| St Louis MSA | 220 | 190 | -30 | -13.64 | 6 | Caution |
* - Workforce Investment Areas
** - Why are the employment levels different for the same occupation?
This Occupation generally requires Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months)
or training in one of the following
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant