Machine Operator Jobs in Louisville, KY

A Machine Operator in the manufacturing industry is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining complex machinery. Their tasks often include checking equipment for proper functioning, performing basic maintenance, ensuring the quality of production outputs, and troubleshooting machines if they break down or malfunction. They also report any issues to the supervisors and work closely with other team members to meet production goals. They may also be tasked with reading blueprints, sketches, or machine parts to determine machining operations.

A prospective Machine Operator should possess technical skills, a strong understanding of machines and tools, and good attention to detail. They should also have the physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy items. Certifications such as a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Operator certification may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Machine Operator, an individual might have roles like a Production Worker, Assembly Line Worker, or a Machine Operator Assistant, where they would gain valuable hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting.

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Insert Machine Operator- 3rd Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 hours ago

United Direct Solutions is currently looking for a 3rd Shift Machine Operator for our Louisville, Kentucky location. Schedule: 9:30pm- 6:00am Monday - Friday, daily overtime as needed....

Brush Operator Pipeline

  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 hours ago

Adecco is hiring immediately for brush operators with our client in Louisville, KY. Brush operators do essential jobs with one of our premier clients, starting pay at $20/hour, plus available...

Production Assembler

  • Simpsonville, KY (21 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Simpsonville, KY (21 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 8 hours ago

As an Assembler, you will assemble Ford truck seats on a nonstop moving assembly line in a climate-controlled environment, performing role rotation every 2 hours, using torque drivers, and completing...

Production Worker

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 12 hours ago

Production Worker Jeffersonville, IN 47130 Posted: 07/01/2025 Employment Type: Contract to Perm Industry: Manufacturing Job Number: JE75155771 Job Description

Bag Making Machine Operator

  • Mount Washington, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Washington, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking detail-oriented Bag Making Machine Operator responsible for the setup and operation of the automated bagging machine, while monitoring the production schedule and verifying that the correct...

Assistant Operator - Fanfold

  • Louisville, KY (6 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY (6 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply...

Machine Operator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

We currently have an opportunity for a Machine Operator to join our team at our manufacturing plant in Louisville, KY....

Assistant Operator

  • Louisville, KY (6 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY (6 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply...

Machine Operator

  • Buckner, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buckner, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Will serve as a backup utility to operate equipment including changeovers for machine operators....

INSPECTION/QUALITY CONTROL/MACHINE OPERATORS/ $20-$23.00/hr.

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago

INSPECTORS & MACHINE OPERATORS & QUALITY CONTROL/ MATERIAL HANDLING ***DIRECT HIRE POSITIONS*** BENEFITS DAY #1 SOUTH LOUISVILLE 7am-3:30pm - Machine Operators $20.00/hr. to start. 3pm-11:30pm - Machine...

Seasonal Manufacturing Production Operator

  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago

Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities Required Experience: Previous manufacturing experience in production or on an assembly line is a plus....

Conversion Operator

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 4 days ago

Conversion Operator Jeffersonville, IN 47130 Posted: 06/27/2025 Employment Type: Contract to Perm Industry: Machine Operator Job Number: JE689233627 Job Description Are you looking to work in the Jeffersonville...

Machine Operator - Flattening Press 3rd Shift - ONeal Manufacturing Services

  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago

The Machine Operator may operate a variety of machines in the shop including beveller, saw, shear, oxy or plasma burner, laser cutter, rolling machine, flattening press or machine, shot blaster, manual...

Machine Press Operator

  • Clarksville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Clarksville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 5 days ago

Join Our Team as a Production Operator Jeffersonville, IN| Contract to Hire|+ Double Time on Sundays What You'll Be Doing Step into a hands-on role where you'll help power a modern, automated...

Equipment Operator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: Essential Functions: - Operates light, medium and heavy vehicles, power tools, trucks, snow plows, salt and brine spreaders, grass cutting and other equipment - Performs routine...

Demographic Data for Louisville, KY

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Louisville, KY

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Machine Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Louisville, KY offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.8%
Bachelor's Degree
18.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.8%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
6.2%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Machine Operators in Louisville, KY
None
41.5%
Less than 1 year
22.5%
2-4 years
21.2%
4-6 years
7.6%
1-2 years
7.2%



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