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Set up, operate, or tend plating machines to coat metal or plastic products with chromium, zinc, copper, cadmium, nickel, or other metal to protect or decorate surfaces. Typically, the product being coated is immersed in molten metal or an electrolytic solution.



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$39.7k

Annual median Salary

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Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.


49%

Less than high school diploma

47%

High school diploma or equivalent

3%

Bachelor's degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Anodizer

Chrome Plater

Electro Plater

Plater

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