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Wood Processing Industry

Salary for position Machine Operator in Bulgaria

Average net monthly salary in Bulgaria is
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80% of people earn:
1,175 - 2,401 BGN
10% earn less lthan 1,175 BGN
10% earns more than 2,401 BGN
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Salaries in the survey are expressed in net.

Based on the Zaplatomer.bg salary survey, 80% of people on the Machine Operator position in the Bulgaria earn between 1,175 BGN and 2,401 BGN monthly net.

10% of employees earn less than 1,175 BGN and 10% of people earn more than 2,401 BGN.

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What kind of work does Machine Operator typically do

  • Operating and monitoring various machinery and equipment used in wood processing and production.
  • Setting up machines for production runs, including adjusting settings and calibrating equipment.
  • Conducting routine inspections and maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety.
  • Collaborating with team members to meet production targets and quality standards.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
  • Maintaining a clean and organized work environment in compliance with safety regulations.
  • Recording production data and machine performance metrics for reporting purposes.
  • Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Assisting in training new employees on machine operation and safety protocols.
  • Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity.

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Position Machine Operator in the labour market

In the salary ranking,
the job position takes

567. place

Women representation in position

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Average age of respondent by position

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621. place

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1,219 - 2,331 BGN

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Machine Operator

Wood Processing Industry

Salary group 2

1,175 - 2,401 BGN

566. place

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Salary group 2

1,147 - 2,438 BGN

1. place

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Salary group 3

5,193 - 16,787 BGN

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Frequently asked Questions

Frequently asked questions and answers about the salary for the position Machine Operator.

The total gross salary for the position Machine Operator ranges between 1,059 BGN and 3,599 BGN per month. For an accurate comparison, we recommend checking your salary through the questionnaire on Zaplatomer.bg to get a more precise view of the salary, considering the region where you work.

The highest-earning employees in the position Machine Operator have a total gross salary of at least 2,401 BGN per month.

10% of the highest-earning employees in this position have a total gross salary higher than 2,401 BGN per month, and 10% of the lowest-earning employees in this position have a total gross salary lower than 1,175 BGN per month. By participating in our salary survey, you will get an accurate comparison of your salary with the market average, considering the region where you work.

After working for 5 years, the position Machine Operator earns 1,772 BGN per month gross.

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  • highlight your experience and achievements – it is good to time the salary discussion well
  • expanded responsibilities – if you work beyond your role and assigned duties
  • prepare alternatives – if a salary increase is not possible, there are other options (bonuses, extra vacation, etc.)

The salary data comes from a pay survey where everyone can anonymously compare their salary with other employees working in the same position. We clean and process this data according to our methodology. For the position Machine Operator, we currently have 48 verified respondents collected.