Production & Manufacturing ยท Construct full-size and scale wooden precision models of products
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Entry Salary
$35โ42k
First 1โ2 years
Peak Salary
$45โ53k
10+ years experience
Job Outlook
-4.5% ยท Declining
Projected decline of -4.5% from 2024 to 2034.
Time to Start
2โ4 years
College degree typical
Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.
Entry-Level Wood
Model Makers, Wood
Experienced Model Makers, Wood
Senior Model Makers, Wood
Director of Production & Manufacturing
You prioritize Support
This career is strongly aligned with Support โ a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.
You're strong in Monitoring
Monitoring is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.
Good fit for your timeline
This career typically requires some college or a registered apprenticeship, which matches common student preparation goals.
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