Machine Operator Jobs in Mesa, AZ

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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Injection Operator Lead - Nights

  • Niagara Bottling
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 hours ago

Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and actions and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operations....

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Production/Injection Operator - Days

  • Niagara Bottling
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 hours ago

Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and actions and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operations....

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Spiral core machine operator required

  • Jerome
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 22 hours ago

We require a spiral paper core machine operator. Must have experience in multiply core manufacturing machines. Please email your cv to: ... Contact: ......

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Production Worker

  • WestRock
  • Glendale, AZ (20 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Glendale, AZ (20 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 22 hours ago

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve...

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Production Operator I

  • Airgas
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 23 hours ago

R10093418 Production Operator I (Open) Location: Phoenix, AZ - Acetylene production & filling How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that...

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Milling Operator

  • Cactus Asphalt
  • Tolleson, AZ (24 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tolleson, AZ (24 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Support the Machine Operator Act as the operator's eyes and ears by monitoring the conveyor, milling path, and surrounding environment to ensure safe operation....

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Machine Operator - Commercial Landscape Company

  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Seeking skilled Heavy Duty Machine Operator to assist Foreman and crew assigned to clean out Basins, Canals, Channels and Fields throughout the West Valley....

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Machine Operator

  • Altium Packaging
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Role is responsible for troubleshooting process problems and performing minor maintenance to ensure continued operation of the production line....

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Machine Operator 1

  • Carlisle
  • Chandler, AZ (8 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chandler, AZ (8 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Duties and Responsibilities: Operator uses equipment to assist with manufacturing, batching, filling, packaging, and other steps along a production line Utilizes and ensures safe use of operating equipment...

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Press Operator

  • Chandler, AZ (8 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chandler, AZ (8 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Press Operator Location: Chandler, AZ 85226 Pay: $18-$23.00/hour DOE Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6am-2:30pm Position Summary: We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Press...

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Manufacturing Associate

  • Shamrock Foods Company
  • Paradise Valley, AZ (9 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paradise Valley, AZ (9 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

line with minimal down time....

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Senior Manufacturing/Production Operator - 1st Shift

  • The Computer Merchant Ltd.
  • Scottsdale, AZ (6 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (6 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Manufacturing/Production Operator - 1st Shift JOB LOCATION: Scottsdale, AZ WAGE RANGE*: 24-25.19 JOB NUMBER: 26-00913 JOB DESCRIPTION: Our client, a large defense contractor, has an...

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Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

  • California Closets
  • Tolleson, AZ (24 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tolleson, AZ (24 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description The Machine Operator is responsible for the setup, operation, monitoring, and basic troubleshooting of wood processing equipment....

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Manufacturing Machine Operator 3rd Sunday - Thursday 11pm-7am (Not Forklift)

  • ProAmpac
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (12 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

What does a Machine Operator do? The Machine Operator is essential to maintaining smooth production operations at our manufacturing plant....

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Machine Operator

  • Universal Forest Products, Inc.
  • Chandler, AZ (8 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (8 miles from Mesa, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Click here to watch what a day in the life of a Machine Operator looks like....

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Mesa, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Mesa, AZ offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Master's Degree
6.3%
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 Mesa, AZ
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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