Machine Operator Jobs

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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GEIGER

Machine Operator

  • GEIGER
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 hours ago
  • GEIGER
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 hours ago

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth....

GEIGER

Manufacturing Associate - Sanding

  • GEIGER
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 hours ago
  • GEIGER
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 hours ago

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth....

GEIGER

Frame Assembler

  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 11 hours ago

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth....

HOLLY HUNT

Wood Finisher

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Holly Hunt, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business...

GEIGER

Pack Line

  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 11 hours ago

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth....

GEIGER

CNC Operator

  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 1 day ago

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth....

RiteScreen

Production Worker - Screener

Join RiteScreen as a Screener! Are you a hands-on worker with an eye for detail and a commitment to quality? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where precision and teamwork...

Newco Enterprises, Inc.

Surface Mount Operator

We are seeking an experienced Electronics Machine Operator to join our team. The Electronics Machine Operator is responsible for operating a surface mount line....

MasTec Communications Group

Heavy Equipment Operator

Overview At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in...

GEIGER

Upholsterer

  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 2 days ago

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth....

AliGraphics

Pre - Press Operator / Graphics Design

Job Summary: Provide high-quality graphic design support and assist in commercial print media operations—including offset, digital, and screen printing—by preparing and reviewing electronic files...

Newco Enterprises, Inc.

Assembly Operator

Newco Enterprises is a leading manufacturer of commercial coffee machines that has been brewing up innovations for 50 years. Founded in 1974, Newco has grown from humble beginnings into an...

Heavy Equipment Operator

WCC Cable, Inc. is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in Fredericksburg, VA. If you have experience in road construction, civil construction, and operating a variety of...

Newco Enterprises, Inc.

Fabrication Brake Press Operator

Newco, a leader in the commercial coffee and tea brewing equipment manufacturing industry, is proudly celebrating 50 years of excellence! We have an immediate opening for Brake Press Operator in...

Newco Enterprises, Inc.

Fabrication Laser / Turret Setup Operator

Offload finished parts and perform secondary operations on parts such as grinding tabs, tapping holes, and time save deburring....

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs Nationwide

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 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
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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