Machine Operator Jobs in Milton, DE

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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Poultry Production Worker

  • Allen Harim Foods
  • Harbeson, DE (6 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Harbeson, DE (6 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 20 hours ago

at Allen Harim Foods in Harbeson, Delaware, United States Job Description POULTRY PRODUCTION WORKER (Multiple Positions Available). No live killing or hanging required. Use hand or hand tools to...

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Production Worker I- Second Shift - Resto

  • Dentsply Sirona
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 20 hours ago

at Dentsply Sirona in Milford, Delaware, United States Job Description Job Summary: Performs manual and machine operation of various types of production equipment such as filling various components...

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Machine Operator - 1st Shift

  • Perdue Farms
  • Georgetown, DE (8 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Georgetown, DE (8 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 1 day ago

As a Machine Operator in the Thigh Debone Department, youll maintain, service, and perform repairs on production equipment and electrical systems to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient operations....

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General Labor/Machine Operators

  • Entegee, Inc.
  • Seaford, DE (17 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seaford, DE (17 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Batching Operator responsible for chemical handling, material batching, blending, sampling, confined space tank cleaning, equipment upkeep, and production support in a plant environment. Job...

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Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Perdue Farms, Inc
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 4 days ago

As a Machine Operator, you'll maintain, service, and perform repairs on production equipment and electrical systems to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient operations....

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Rapid Machine Operator - 1st Shift

  • Perdue Farms, Inc
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 7 days ago
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 7 days ago

As a Machine Operator, you'll maintain, service, and perform repairs on production equipment and electrical systems to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient operations....

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91E Machinist

  • Army National Guard
  • Dagsboro, DE (14 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dagsboro, DE (14 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 10 days ago

Job training for a Machinist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in machine operation...

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Production Line Worker

  • Staffmark
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 11 days ago
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 11 days ago

Conducting quality inspections on pre-shucked or mechanically shucked clams on a production line for defects and foreign materials....

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Production Line Worker

  • PeopleReady
  • Milton, DE
  • 14 days ago
  • Milton, DE
  • 14 days ago

Production Line Worker PeopleReady of Dover, DE is now hiring Production Line Workers in Milton, DE!...

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Assembler

  • Pats Aircraft
  • Georgetown, DE (8 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 15 days ago
  • Georgetown, DE (8 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 15 days ago

Operate production line machinery and computers; perform equipment change-overs. Perform minor preventive maintenance (PMs) on production line machinery....

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Packaging Operator (Milton Brewery - FT Reg)

  • The Boston Beer Company
  • Milton, DE
  • 21 days ago
  • Milton, DE
  • 21 days ago

We are currently hiring aPackaging OperatorinMilton, DE for 1st and 2nd shift rotating monthly. The Packaging Operator runs packaging machinery to meet brewery needs and goals. This position...

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Assembler II

  • Spectrum Control, Inc.
  • Delmar, DE (23 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 21 days ago
  • Delmar, DE (23 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 21 days ago

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment....

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Dapec Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Perdue Farms
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 28 days ago
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 28 days ago

As a Machine Operator, youll maintain, service, and perform repairs on production equipment and electrical systems to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient operations....

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Production Operator

  • Adecco USA, Inc.
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 28 days ago
  • Milford, DE (12 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 28 days ago

Home Production Operator Industrial & Manufacturing $ 15 - $ 16 / Hour location_on Milford, Delaware acute Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Looking for a...

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Machine Operator/Slitting and Punching

  • Ensinger/Penn Fibre
  • Greenwood, DE (16 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenwood, DE (16 miles from Milton, DE)
  • 30+ days ago

at Ensinger/Penn Fibre in Greenwood, Delaware, United States Job Description Summary In this role, the Slitter/Punching Operator is a person who is responsible for operating slitting machines,...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Milton, DE

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Milton, DE 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 Milton, DE
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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