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Advanced Manufacturing

Tooling & Machining

The precision machining industry in New York State is one of the most technologically advanced fields. Machinists with the proper skill sets are in high demand as a result of their training in quality control and metrology. Computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining, laser and waterjet technology, electric discharge machining (wire EDM), computer aided design (CAD) and computer aided manufacturing (CAM) design are all examples of this cutting-edge industry.

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Tooling & Machining – Finger Lakes, NY / Finger Lakes NY
  1. 1. Occupational Group Definition
  2. 2. Occupational Churn and Attrition
  3. 3. Wage Analysis
  4. 4. Gap Analysis
  5. 5. Impact Analysis
  6. 6. Hires Data
  7. 7. Real-Time Labor Market Data

Occupational Group Definition.

Finger Lakes NY

The data below is based on the following 9 counties:
Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates.

Standard Occupational Classifications (SOC), occupations, wages and estimated demand.

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This chart defines the specific occupations that have been included in the workforce cluster (aggregate view) or occupational group in this report. A more detailed view of each occupation is available by clicking the linked occupation which will open MCC Career Coach providing career exploration and occupational details within a selected region. To find more information on the job titles and skill sets that are aligned to each occupation, click on the linked SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) which will open O*NET OnLine, a database of occupations developed under the sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration.  View detailed Data Sources.

WAGES
SOC Occupations 10th
Percentile
50th
Percentile
90th
Percentile
Growth Replacements Openings
49-9043.00 Maintenance Workers, Machinery 17.79 24.30 35.77 4 38 41
51-4021.00 Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 14.16 14.42 18.98 4 25 29
51-4022.00 Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 16.44 21.11 24.45 0 8 8
51-4023.00 Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 21.82 26.77 29.90 1 12 13
51-4031.00 Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 13.70 18.18 23.68 6 63 69
51-4032.00 Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 16.39 16.94 21.61 0 3 3
51-4033.00 Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 14.02 18.07 23.43 3 40 43
51-4034.00 Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 17.77 18.75 28.84 1 18 19
51-4041.00 Machinists 14.37 22.48 29.24 17 254 271
51-4061.00 Model Makers, Metal and Plastic 13.70 27.46 45.29 0 0 0
51-4062.00 Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic 17.21 21.79 30.25 1 4 5
51-4071.00 Foundry Mold and Coremakers 14.12 17.56 28.16 1 2 2
51-4072.00 Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 12.69 15.17 27.82 5 91 97
51-4081.00 Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 14.39 21.77 23.90 5 79 85
51-4111.00 Tool and Die Makers 16.03 28.26 37.10 5 49 55
51-4192.00 Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic 20.07 23.53 44.37 0 0 0
51-4193.00 Plating and Coating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 14.17 16.99 23.42 2 14 16
51-4194.00 Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners 13.01 17.05 23.94 1 7 8
51-9161.00 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators 13.88 18.45 29.10 4 103 108
51-9162.00 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers 17.95 28.78 32.65 5 26 31
Averages & Total $15.68 $20.89 $29.10 66 836 902

Wages and demand based on the 9 county region: Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates.


Q1 2023 EMSI Occupation data.


Occupational Churn and Attrition.

SOC Occupations 2023
Estimated
Annual
Churn
2023
Estimated
Annual
Attrition
49-9043.00 Maintenance Workers, Machinery 47.67% 47.39%
51-4021.00 Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 46.44% 46.92%
51-4022.00 Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 40.83% 43.14%
51-4023.00 Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 40.04% 41.18%
51-4031.00 Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 40.00% 41.14%
51-4032.00 Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 46.79% 52.28%
51-4033.00 Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 44.21% 45.25%
51-4034.00 Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 45.96% 46.88%
51-4041.00 Machinists 39.11% 39.30%
51-4061.00 Model Makers, Metal and Plastic 38.53% 40.75%
51-4062.00 Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic 35.63% 35.05%
51-4071.00 Foundry Mold and Coremakers 30.54% 32.23%
51-4072.00 Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 46.96% 47.36%
51-4081.00 Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 61.27% 62.25%
51-4111.00 Tool and Die Makers 35.85% 37.19%
51-4192.00 Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic 45.05% 44.36%
51-4193.00 Plating and Coating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 43.73% 45.89%
51-4194.00 Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners 47.59% 55.39%
51-9161.00 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators 35.69% 37.67%
51-9162.00 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers 37.54% 35.44%

Estimated Annual Churn is the average of the separations and hires within an occupation divided by the total employment for that occupation. Estimated Annual Attrition is calculated by dividing the separations within an occupation by the total employment for the occupation.


Q1 2023 EMSI Occupation data.


Wage Analysis.

Occupational group hourly wages.

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This chart provides entry (10th percentile), median (50th percentile), and high (90th percentile) wage data for the workforce cluster in the region selected.  View detailed data sources.

Hourly Wage
  • Total Workforce Wages for Occupational Group (10th, 50th and 90th percentile)
  • 5-Year Median Wage MCC Graduates in Related Programs
  • $25 Self-sufficiency standard for 2 adults + 1 preschooler (Monroe County, NY)
  • $18 Self-sufficiency standard for 1 adult + 1 preschooler (Monroe County, NY)

Wage curve based on the 9 county region: Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates.


Q1 2023 EMSI Occupation data.


Gap Analysis.

Regional program completions vs. estimated annual openings.

This measurement aims to provide a regionally based supply and demand report, comparing the total estimated number of learners completing a relevant middle-skills training or education program within a region, against estimated industry demand for those middle-skills workers that have been included for purposes of this analysis in a specific occupational group or workforce cluster. Additional source information and detailed completion data are available in Data Sources.

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The estimated deficit or surplus of workers in an occupational grouping or workforce cluster, as defined by the report, compares the number of individuals who completed a formal training or education program against the estimated demand for entry-level occupations relevant to a program’s workforce focus. View detailed Data Sources.

Middle-Skill Education Provider July 2019 - June 2020 Completions Estimated Annual Job Openings Estimated Gap (Δ)
Finger Lakes Community College 10 902 -706**
Genesee Valley BOCES 64
Monroe Community College 40
Monroe 1 BOCES 8
Rochester Institute of Technology 6
Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES 68
Total 196*
Data is estimated, not predictive.

Source: Includes associates degrees; awards of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years; awards of less than 1 academic year; and non-credit awards of 1 academic year or less from Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).


Q1 2023 EMSI Occupation data.

2023 Total Workforce: 7,828 Tooling & Machining – Finger Lakes, NY Workers.

10-year aging out projection: 34.0% are approaching retirement age.

Source: IPEDS and noncredit self-reported data from application education providers.


Q1 2023 EMSI Occupation data.


Impact Analysis.

Student Metrics and Total Impact for MCC’s Tooling & Machining – Finger Lakes, NY related programs.

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This chart represents the increased wages collected by former students active in the Monroe County workforce as a direct result of their MCC education, the increased output of businesses that employ them, and the multiplier effects that occur. View data sources.

Estimated Lifetime Earnings Increase per Student $775,300
Annual Economic Impact per Student $3,800
Total Student Impact in FY 2015-16 $13,800,000

Student Return on Investment.

For every dollar students invest in their education in the Tooling & Machining program at MCC, they will receive an estimated $8.80 back over the course of their working lives. This investment provides a 26.7% rate of return. This is a favorable return, especially when compared to the U.S. stock market 30-year average return of 10.1%.

Lifetime Earnings.

Average Annual Earnings

  • Program Completer
  • High School Graduate

Hires Data.

Job postings summary.

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This table provides the total number of unique job postings for the occupations that have been included within either the occupational group or workforce cluster for a given month. By comparing the number of unique online postings to total online postings, a measurement of posting intensity can be estimated. Posting intensity may be used to understand the amount of recruitment being done online for a single opportunity. View detailed Data Sources.

Unique postings (Jan 2023)

180

344 total postings

Posting intensity (Jan 2023)

1.9 : 1

Regional average: 2.0 : 1

There were 344 total job postings for the Tooling & Machining – Finger Lakes, NY in January 2023, of which 180 were unique. These numbers give us a posting intensity of 1.9 : 1, meaning that for every 1.9 postings there is 1 unique job posting.


January 2023 EMSI Hires data.


Real-Time Labor Market Data.

Top skill clusters.

Based on online job postings February 6, 2022 – February 6, 2023.

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This chart displays the skill clusters that were in greatest demand for the occupations within the workforce cluster or occupational group. An analysis of skill clusters derived from online job postings is useful for understanding if learning outcomes within a relevant education or training program relates to the skills most in demand in the labor market. View detailed Data Sources.

Manufacturing and Production: Machinery 1215
Manufacturing and Production: Machine Tools 544
Manufacturing and Production: Computer-Aided Manufacturing 461
Maintenance, Repair, and Installation: Hand Tools 409
Supply Chain and Logistics: Material Handling 398
Marketing and Public Relations: Packaging and Labeling 369
Human Resources: Occupational Health and Safety 315
Manufacturing and Production: Manufacturing Processes 310
Customer and Client Support: Basic Customer Service 292
Administration: General Administrative and Clerical Tasks 267
 
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520
780
1040
1300

Data Source: Burning Glass Labor Insight/Jobs.

Top skills.

Based on online job postings February 6, 2022 – February 6, 2023.

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This chart displays the skills that were in greatest demand for the occupations within the workforce cluster or occupational group. An analysis of skills derived from online job postings is useful for understanding if learning outcomes within a relevant education or training program relates to the skills most in demand in the labor market. View detailed Data Sources.

Machine Operation 1292
Physical Abilities 688
Machinery 633
Communication Skills 578
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) 559
Troubleshooting 501
Work Area Maintenance 464
Packaging 451
Detail-Oriented 449
Machining 414
 
260
520
780
1040
1300

Data Source: Burning Glass Labor Insight/Jobs.

Top employers.

Based on online job postings February 6, 2022 – February 6, 2023.

Lidestri 71
Lidestri Foods Incorporated 41
Advantech 31
Enpro Industries Incorporated 28
SUNY 23
Homesourcing Solutions, Llc 22
Visron Technical Llc 21
Cantel Medical Corporation 20
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc 19
Advantech Industries Incorporated 13
 
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40
60
80
100

Data Source: Burning Glass Labor Insight/Jobs.

Most frequent certifications.

Based on online job postings February 6, 2022 – February 6, 2023.

Lock Out Tag Out 137
Driver's License 128
OSHA Forklift Certification 30
IPC Certification 19
CDL Class A 12
Cdl Class B 8
CDL Class D 7
Component Identification (Certificate) 7
Project Management Certification 5
Project Management Professional (PMP) 4
 
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80
120
160
200

Data Source: Burning Glass Labor Insight/Jobs.

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