Machine Operator Jobs in New Castle, 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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Assembler Mfg Direct - 2nd Shift Truss

  • Builders Firstsource, Inc.
  • North East, MD (19 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 hours ago
  • North East, MD (19 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 hours ago

PURPOSEThe Assembler is an entry-level position that performs repetitive assembly operations to mass-produce products such as windows, doors, trusses, panels, or stairs by performing the following...

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Manufacturing Operator

  • American Air Liquide
  • Newport, DE (5 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Newport, DE (5 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 14 hours ago

R10093400 Manufacturing Operator (Open) Location: Newport, DE (MEDAL) - Manufacturing - Production Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions is a technology partner of choice for the...

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Direct Form Operator

  • DuPont
  • Newark, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newark, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 15 hours ago

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether its providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet,...

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Equipment Operator

  • Reworld
  • Chester, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chester, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 22 hours ago

Who we are For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our...

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5P-5A Production Operator III

  • Flowers Foods Inc.
  • Oxford, PA (23 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oxford, PA (23 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the...

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Operator Assistant Tier A

  • Premier Packaging
  • Pedricktown, NJ (11 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pedricktown, NJ (11 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Support the loading and unloading of materials onto and from the production line. Follow instructions and perform tasks delegated by the machine operator....

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Operator 2, Bakery- Packing L7 - 2nd Shift

  • Aspire Bakeries
  • Swedesboro, NJ (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Hungry for a career thats as rewarding as it is delicious? At Aspire Bakeries, we dont just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery...

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Operator 2, Bakery- Packing - 1st Shift

  • Aspire Bakeries
  • Swedesboro, NJ (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Hungry for a career thats as rewarding as it is delicious? At Aspire Bakeries, we dont just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery...

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Operator 1, Bakery-Box Maker (L7) - 1st Shift

  • Aspire Bakeries
  • Swedesboro, NJ (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Hungry for a career thats as rewarding as it is delicious? At Aspire Bakeries, we dont just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery...

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Operator 1, Bakery- Box Maker (L7) - 2nd Shift

  • Aspire Bakeries
  • Swedesboro, NJ (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Hungry for a career thats as rewarding as it is delicious? At Aspire Bakeries, we dont just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery...

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Operator, Forklift-3rd Shift

  • Lassonde Pappas
  • Bridgeton, NJ (22 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bridgeton, NJ (22 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Forklift Operator reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and is based out of our Seabrook, New Jersey location. This individual will be responsible for loading and unloading...

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Electromechanical Assembler

  • Dwyer
  • Swedesboro, NJ (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (15 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Omega is seeking a skilled Electromechanical Assembler who will be responsible for assembling electronic and mechanical components, subassemblies and finished...

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Production Operator

  • PeopleShare by PROMAN
  • Eddystone, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Eddystone, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Our client in Eddystone is seeking Machine Operators!...

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Machine Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Aerotek is hiring for Machine Operators in Wilmington, DE....

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Production Laborer

  • Aerotek
  • Newark, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Experience with general production, assembly, and machine operation is beneficial. Familiarity with using hand tools and shop equipment in a production or shop setting....

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Demographic Data for New Castle, DE

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in New Castle, DE

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in New Castle, 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 New Castle, 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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