Machine Operator Jobs in Alberta

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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Apprentice Machinist

  • Calgary, AB
  • 13 hours ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 13 hours ago

Responsibilities: Operate and set up machines to perform repetitive machining operations....

Contract Field Instructors, Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Olds, AB
  • 1 day ago
  • Olds, AB
  • 1 day ago

About Olds College of Agriculture & Technology Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core...

Food Assembly Line Worker, PT

  • Acheson, AB
  • 5 days ago
  • Acheson, AB
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Plating food for the hospitals, and moving it through the packaging assembly line....

AltaGas - Plant Operator (Slave Lake, AB)

  • Slave Lake, AB
  • 6 days ago
  • Slave Lake, AB
  • 6 days ago

AltaGas - Plant Operator (Slave Lake) Location: Slave Lake, Alberta, Canada Company: Enerchem International Inc., an AltaGas company Schedule: Seven on seven off rotation, 12-hour shifts (rotating...

Equipment Operator

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 6 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 6 days ago

Kleysen Group is looking for reliable, safety minded individual to join our Edmonton Distribution Centre in a Full-Time Permanent Equipment Operator position. Our Edmonton yard facility spans over...

Coring Machine Operator

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 7 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 7 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE The Coring Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the Coring Machine at the Lafarge Edmonton Pipe Plant....

Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Drayton Valley, AB
  • 7 days ago
  • Drayton Valley, AB
  • 7 days ago

GFL Environmental is actively seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to join our dedicated team in Drayton Valley, AB! 3 Month Contract Tentatively Ending in Mid-June 2025. The ideal candidate will...

Plant Operator

  • Calgary, AB
  • 9 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 9 days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Machine Operator

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 9 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 9 days ago

operator Aptitude for problem solving and mechanics Proficiency with hand tools Able to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods Must be able to stand for long periods of time An ability to remain...

Production Worker - Counter-Sorter

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 12 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 12 days ago

Classification: Non-Exempt Job Summary: The Soil Counter/Sorter handles, counts, sorts and records incoming soiled textiles from the customer. Identifies damaged or abused textiles. Prepares and...

Equipment Operator - Telecom Construction

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 13 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 13 days ago

You are an experienced Equipment Operator with a proven ability to work alongside crew members in a high-pressure environment while maintaining project quality to help build telecommunications...

Machine Operator

  • Rocky View County, AB
  • 13 days ago
  • Rocky View County, AB
  • 13 days ago

Job ID: 507964 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside....

Loader Operator

  • Rocky View County, AB
  • 13 days ago
  • Rocky View County, AB
  • 13 days ago

Job Responsibilities Operate loaders to keep production line stocked with raw materials Adhere to safety procedures and workplace policies Load materials into the aggregate silo Perform sampling and...

Production Worker PCR - Night Shift

  • Acheson, AB
  • 14 days ago
  • Acheson, AB
  • 14 days ago

Powell People Solving Tough Problems As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing, Field & Valve Servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You...

Environment and Water Operator

  • Coaldale, AB
  • 15 days ago
  • Coaldale, AB
  • 15 days ago

Position Title: Environment and Water Operator Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Position Location: Coaldale Grade: Scale 08 Requisition ID: 35098 The Environment and Water Operator is...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Alberta

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 Alberta offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.2%
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 Alberta
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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