Machine Operator Jobs in Muscle Shoals, AL

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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Machine Operator - Automotive Assembly

  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 2 days ago

Machine Operator - Automotive Assembly Category:Manufacturing Location:Muscle Shoals, AL 35661 Pay:$16.50 Hourly Posted:3 days ago Status:Open Description Machine Operator - Automotive Assembly Automotive...

Warehouse Worker/Equipment Operator

  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 3 days ago

**Responsibilities** + Operate mobile equipment and perform machine operations to support the Autonomous Production Unit (APU) processes and procedures. + Maintain a clean and safe work environment....

Multi Equipment Operator Street

  • Florence, AL (7 miles from Muscle Shoals, AL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Florence, AL (7 miles from Muscle Shoals, AL)
  • 4 days ago

Multi Equipment Operator Street Salary $39,580.77 Annually Location Street 4501 Starkey Drive, Florence Job Type Full Time Job Number 06272025 Department Street Opening Date 06/27/2025 Closing...

Heavy Equipment Operator Rail Support

  • Hillsboro, AL (21 miles from Muscle Shoals, AL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hillsboro, AL (21 miles from Muscle Shoals, AL)
  • 17 days ago

Clean Harbors in Decatur, AL is seeking an Heavy Equipment Operator Rail Support at an on-site customer facility to operate heavy equipment in order to mobilize railcars throughout the site....

Production Operator

  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 17 days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 17 days ago

MANUFACTURING SHOALS - 360 Production Operator USG stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. Job Title:...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 24 days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 24 days ago

Responsibilities Operate mobile equipment and perform machine operations to support the Autonomous Production Unit (APU) processes and procedures. Maintain a clean and safe work environment....

Machine Operator

  • Florence, AL (7 miles from Muscle Shoals, AL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Florence, AL (7 miles from Muscle Shoals, AL)
  • 26 days ago

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable,...

Dry End Operator Trainee

  • Russellville, AL (24 miles from Muscle Shoals, AL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Russellville, AL (24 miles from Muscle Shoals, AL)
  • 28 days ago

Dry End Operator Trainee WHY DO WE NEED YOU? POSITION SUMMARY: The incumbent is responsible for operating and maintaining wrapper and winder machinery as well as other equipment. Good...

Production Worker

  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Familiarity with machine operation, overhead cranes, and motor control. Ability to work in a tobacco-free environment....

Equipment Operator

  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 45+ days ago

Familiarity with machine operation, overhead cranes, and motor control. Ability to work in a tobacco-free environment....

Asphalt Milling Machine Operator

  • Tuscumbia, AL (13 miles from Muscle Shoals, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tuscumbia, AL (13 miles from Muscle Shoals, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Rogers Group Inc. is currently seeking an Experienced Asphalt Milling Machine Operator in the Tuscumbia / North Alabama operations area, Alabama SMA reporting to the Tuscumbia Construction Superintendent...

Chemical Operator

  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 45+ days ago

Contribute. Grow. Lead...with OxyChem. Looking for a challenge? Desire to achieve your true potential? OxyChem is a growing, action-oriented, safety driven chemical manufacturing company...

Production Operator

  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Muscle Shoals, AL
  • 90+ days ago

operations to support the APU's process and procedures Maintain a clean and safe work environment Ability to multitask, pay attention to detail and precision and have good, effective communication...

Demographic Data for Muscle Shoals, AL

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Muscle Shoals, AL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Muscle Shoals, AL 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 Muscle Shoals, AL
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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