World's Least Stressful Professions of 2013

Bangalore: Let’s face the fact, most of us dream of landing a job that is stress free and offers substantial pay package. Unfortunately, this dream will never be fulfilled, as there are no such jobs. But, there are few jobs where the level of stress is relatively low and also offers good salary. Here is a list of such low-stress professions with substantial salary, as listed by Kyle Kensing on CareerCast.com.

#10. Drill Press Operator:

The job description of a drill press operator includes setting up, adjusting and operating drilling machines to perform operations such as drill, ream, bore, countersink, or mill metal / plastic work pieces.   

As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), in spite of working with heavy machineries in tough work environment this profession incorporates very little danger. And the added advantage of have the ability to work at one’s individual pace makes this profession one of the most desirable jobs in the manufacturing industry.

The stress score for this profession is 11.32 and the average annual income for this professional is approximately $31,901.