Somewhat Resilient
Last Update: 8/30/2026
AI Resilience Score for Metal & Plastic Workers:
39.1%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
Med
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Low
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Low
Contributing sources
AI Resilience Report forMiscellaneous Metal Workers and Plastic Workers
$46,640 median salary•6,000 annual openings•SOC Code: 51-4190
Miscellaneous Metal Workers and Plastic Workers are somewhat less resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 7 sources.
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Career: Miscellaneous Metal Workers and Plastic Workers
They create and shape metal and plastic parts by cutting, forming, and assembling them, often using machines, to make products or parts for various industries.
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Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$46,640
Jobs (2025)
75,900
Growth (2025-35)
-8.4%
Annual Openings
6,000
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
