Prevailing Wage for Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Prevailing wage for Beveler Operator roles falls under SOC 51-9021, covering machine operators, grinders, and cullet truckers who work with materials ranging from glass to grain. DOL sets four experience-based wage levels for this occupation, and the floor shifts significantly depending on which U.S. city the worksite is in.
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Entry-level Beveler Operator with limited on-the-job experience, typically under two years. Performs routine tasks under close supervision with little independent judgment. Most candidates new to U.S. manufacturing plants or processing facilities file at this level.
Qualified operator with two or more years of experience handling crushing, grinding, or polishing equipment with minimal supervision. Level 2 is the most common filing level for this occupation, reflecting the experience most sponsored machine operators bring to U.S. employers.
Experienced machine tender who independently sets up and troubleshoots equipment, trains newer operators, and adapts to varied materials or production demands. Typically five or more years in the occupation with a track record of operating without direct oversight.
Fully competent senior operator or lead machine setter who oversees production workflows, resolves complex mechanical issues, and may coordinate shift operations. Employers filing at Level 4 are recognizing top-of-range expertise, typically for lead or senior specialist designations.
Prevailing Wage for Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Watch for title mismatches in LCA filings
Job titles like Grinder or Machine Operator sometimes get filed under general production SOC codes rather than SOC 51-9021. Confirm the LCA lists the correct SOC before accepting an offer, since a misclassified filing can set the prevailing wage floor too low for your actual duties.
Compare metro wages before accepting a plant location
The L2 wage for this occupation in Duluth runs significantly above the national median, while San Juan sits well below it. For a sponsored grinding or polishing role, verifying the worksite city through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating protects you from accepting a below-floor offer.
Check whether production bonuses count toward the floor
Shift differentials and production bonuses are common in crushing and grinding facilities, but DOL requires the base wage alone to meet the prevailing wage floor. An offer structured with a low base plus large variable pay may not satisfy LCA compliance even if total compensation looks adequate.
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Grinding and polishing machine operator roles are sponsored by a narrower set of manufacturers than white-collar occupations. Migrate Mate shows which employers have sponsored this occupation previously, so you can prioritize facilities with an established H-1B or green card filing track record.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 51-9021.00 alongside Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Beveler Operator Prevailing Wage
Beveler Operator Prevailing Wage
Beveler Operator positions fall under SOC 51-9021.00 (Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Cullet Trucker Prevailing Wage
Cullet Trucker Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Cullet Trucker for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 51-9021.00 (Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Grinder Prevailing Wage
Grinder Prevailing Wage
Grinder is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 51-9021.00 (Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Grinder Operator Prevailing Wage
Grinder Operator Prevailing Wage
Grinder Operator positions fall under SOC 51-9021.00 (Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Machine Operator Prevailing Wage
Machine Operator Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Machine Operator for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 51-9021.00 (Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Machine Tender Prevailing Wage
Machine Tender Prevailing Wage
Machine Tender is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 51-9021.00 (Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Miller Prevailing Wage
Miller Prevailing Wage
Miller positions fall under SOC 51-9021.00 (Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Polisher Prevailing Wage
Polisher Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Polisher for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 51-9021.00 (Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Preparation Operator (Prep Operator) Prevailing Wage
Preparation Operator (Prep Operator) Prevailing Wage
Preparation Operator (Prep Operator) is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 51-9021.00 (Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Pulverizer Prevailing Wage
Pulverizer Prevailing Wage
Pulverizer positions fall under SOC 51-9021.00 (Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Beveler Operator positions?
DOL calculates prevailing wages using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics across hundreds of metro areas. For SOC 51-9021, those survey results feed into the OFLC wage library, which employers must reference when filing an LCA. The certified LCA wage must meet or exceed the DOL figure for the worksite location and experience level.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
Level 1 covers entry-level operators new to the equipment and working under close supervision. Level 2 reflects qualified operators with a few years of independent experience and is the most common filing level for this occupation. Level 3 applies to experienced operators who troubleshoot and train others. Level 4 covers lead or senior setters directing production. Your employer selects the level based on the duties and supervision described in the job offer, not your total years of experience globally.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same Grinder Operator role vary so much from city to city?
DOL bases each metro's wage floor on regional OES survey data, which captures what local employers actually pay. Crushing and grinding operations are concentrated in industrial metros where union wages and cost of living push rates higher, while rural or lower-cost markets produce lower survey medians. The LCA must list the actual worksite address, so the wage floor is tied to where the machine is physically located, not where the company is headquartered.
What happens if my job offer is below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
If the offered wage falls below the DOL prevailing wage for the correct SOC and metro, OFLC will not certify the LCA, and without a certified LCA the H-1B or PERM petition cannot proceed. For green card cases, a below-floor offer can also cause USCIS to issue a request for evidence or deny the petition. The employer must bring the offer up to at least the prevailing wage floor before filing.
How can I verify the prevailing wage for a Cullet Trucker or machine tender role at a specific U.S. location?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool on the DOL website, select SOC code 51-9021, and enter the worksite metro area. The tool returns all four wage levels for that location. Cross-reference the level your employer selected on the LCA against the duties in your offer letter. Migrate Mate can also show you which employers have sponsored this occupation in specific metro areas, helping you identify facilities with active filings.
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