Blacksmith / Forge Worker
Manufacturing and Production
›Skilled Crafts
›Blacksmith / Forge Worker
Set up, operate, or tend forging machines to taper, shape, or form metal or plastic parts.
At a Glance
Blacksmith / Forge Worker. Top skills: Oil and Gas, Forklift Truck.
Avg Annual Salary
Not available
Typical Education
Varies
Experience
Varies
Job Postings
N/A
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Median Wage
$49,240/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-18.9%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (2)
Oil and Gas
Forklift Truck
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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