Set up, operate, or tend woodworking machines, such as drill presses, lathes, shapers, routers, sanders, planers, and wood nailing machines. May operate computer numerically controlled (CNC) equipment. Workers who primarily program or operate CNC equipment are classified in “Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators and Programmers” (51-9160). 

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Employment Outlook	Growth Rate 0.7% Openings Per Year 265
Wages	Median Hourly $21 per hour Average Annual $44,430 per year
Education Needed	These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Education Available in Washington	Cabinetmaking and Millwork Woodworking, General
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