Machine Feeders and Offbearers
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Feed materials into or remove materials from machines or equipment that is automatic or tended by other workers.
Median pay: $41,220/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -13% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 4,700 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Inspect materials and products for defects, and to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Record production and operational data, such as amount of materials processed.
• Push dual control buttons and move controls to start, stop, or adjust machinery and equipment.
• Weigh or measure materials or products to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Identify and mark materials, products, and samples, following instructions.
• Clean and maintain machinery, equipment, and work areas to ensure proper functioning and safe working conditions.
• Load materials and products into machines and equipment, or onto conveyors, using hand tools and moving devices.
• Transfer materials and products to and from machinery and equipment, using industrial trucks or hand trucks.
What's the median pay for Machine Feeders and Offbearers?
The median pay for Machine Feeders and Offbearers is $41,220 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Machine Feeders and Offbearers?
Employment for Machine Feeders and Offbearers is projected to change -13% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Machine Feeders and Offbearers?
Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.
How many job openings are there each year for Machine Feeders and Offbearers?
About 4,700 openings per year, on average, over the decade.