My job (CNC machine operator) that I’ve been at for about a year (moved up from standard operator to night shift lead) was trying to justify why they can’t give much raises during a lead meeting today. Standard pay is 16/hr while our owner was trying to say if he factors in health benefits (which come out of our check) and 401k (over half the shop is not enrolled) that we really make about 21-22/hr which is above normal in this location and field of work. My review is coming up in June and I haven’t gotten a raise since switching off the temp agency and signing on the company at 90 days. Since then I’ve picked up several skills I didn’t have and made myself way more versatile than I used to be not to mention being the only employee that has never left or got fired from night shift. I also feel the price of living continues to rise month after month. U have a young child, and I just want to be able to comfortably take care of my family. What are some good points to bring up or argue before or during my review to ensure I get a fair raise. Ideally I want to make 23-24/hr.