The table below provides information about the number of workers in this career in various regions. It also provides information about the expected growth rate and future job openings.
Employment
Major employers:
- Motor vehicle parts manufacturers
- Structural metal products manufacturers
- Agriculture, construction, and mining machinery manufacturers
Outlook
Demand for this career is expected to decline. Job prospects are best for workers who can operate computer-controlled machines and who have certifications. Workers who have a background in machine operations and good knowledge of the properties of metals will also have good job opportunities.
Job openings will arise as workers retire or leave the career for other reasons.
Welding and Soldering Machine Operators (CIS 100483)
| Location | Employment | & | Growth | >>>> | Annual openings | |
| This occupation |
All occupations |
|||||
| Illinois |
241 Very small |
& |
-6.2% |
2.7% |
>>>> |
21 Very few |
| Charleston-Effingham-Centralia Area |
8 Very small |
& |
-12.5% |
-1.2% |
>>>> |
0 None |
| Cook County |
93 Very small |
& |
-7.5% |
3.0% |
>>>> |
8 Very few |
| DeKalb-Elgin-Aurora Area |
17 Very small |
& |
-5.9% |
4.0% |
>>>> |
1 Very few |
| Du Page County |
29 Very small |
& |
-3.4% |
3.7% |
>>>> |
3 Very few |
| Lake County |
10 Very small |
& |
-10.0% |
2.6% |
>>>> |
1 Very few |
| Peoria-Bloomington Area |
18 Very small |
& |
-11.1% |
1.3% |
>>>> |
1 Very few |
| Rock Island-Moline Area |
6 Very small |
& |
-16.7% |
1.8% |
>>>> |
0 None |
| Rockford Area |
12 Very small |
& |
0.0% |
2.4% |
>>>> |
1 Very few |
| Will County |
10 Very small |
& |
-10.0% |
5.4% |
>>>> |
1 Very few |
| United States |
38,900 Small |
& |
-9.0% |
3.1% |
>>>> |
3,200 Very few |