Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $22.39
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $17.27 |
| 25th | $18.96 |
| Median | $22.39 |
| 75th | $25.87 |
| 90th | $29.39 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do cutting and slicing machine setters, operators, and tenders make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $22.39; the mean hourly wage is $22.82.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for cutting and slicing machine setters, operators, and tenders?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $17.27 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for cutting and slicing machine setters, operators, and tenders?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $29.39 per hour.