Machine Operator Jobs in Palmetto, FL

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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Production Operator II - 3rd shift Oven

  • Flowers Foods Inc.
  • Bradenton, FL (10 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL (10 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 19 hours 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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General Production Worker Now Hiring

  • Aerotek
  • Bradenton, FL (10 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (10 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 2 days ago

WE'RE ACTIVELY HIRING GENERAL PRODUCTION WORKERS IN BRADENTON, FL TO JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM ON FIRST SHIFT If you have experience working in a warehouse/distribution/manufacturing industry, email...

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Production Worker Now Hiring

  • Aerotek
  • Sarasota, FL (13 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL (13 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 2 days ago

WE'RE ACTIVELY HIRING PRODUCTION WORKERS ON FIRST SHIFT IN SARASOTA, FL TO JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM If you have work experience in the industrial/manufacturing/distribution industries, email me...

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Machine Operator 2 starting at $24.20/hour

  • Graham Packaging
  • Bradenton, FL (10 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (10 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Communicate with the Production Shift Supervisor to coordinate production line support staff in accomplishing the lines objectives....

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Electrical Assembler

  • Aerotek
  • Bradenton, FL (10 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (10 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Electrical Assembler - NOW HIRING Shift & Schedule Location: Palmetto, FL Shift: 1st Shift Hours: 8hour days (example: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM) Schedule: Monday-Friday no weekend work Position Summary We...

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Production Assembler

  • Illinois Tool Works
  • Palmetto, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Palmetto, FL
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: CORPORATE PROFILE Illinois Tool Works (ITW) is an $16 billion, multi-national, publicly traded (NYSE) company headquartered in Glenview, Illinois. ITW has a strong commitment to...

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Skilled Labor - Machine Operator

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (17 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (17 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Structural steel fab shop needs motivated individual to run press brake, angle line, and other machines as needed. No experience necessary - will train the right person! Full-time position with...

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Manufacturing Operator looking for opportunities to grow

  • Sarasota, FL (13 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL (13 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Are you looking for stable, full-time employment with growth opportunities and benefits? Are you looking for an opportunity to learn and grow with a medical device manufacturing company? SMP is an...

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Assembler I

  • Leviton Manufacturing
  • St Petersburg, FL (17 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • St Petersburg, FL (17 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 6 days ago

line targets, quality standards and safety procedures Physical Demands This position requires 20% clerical and planning and 80% material handling, production assembly machine operations, and/or walking...

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Manufacturing Machine Operator Aerospace Components

  • S.S. White Technologies
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (17 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (17 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 8 days ago

inclined individual to join our team as a Machine Operator....

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Aviation Assembler

  • Aerotek
  • Bradenton, FL (10 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (10 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Operator - Aviation Assembler Shift: 6:00AM - 4:30PM Schedule: Monday - Thursday (OT available on Fridays) Job Description The Operator - Aviation Assembler is responsible for performing a variety...

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Machine Operator

  • Adecco USA, Inc.
  • Sarasota, FL (13 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL (13 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Home Machine Operator Industrial & Manufacturing $ 16 - $ 17.25 / Hour location_on Sarasota, Florida acute Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Job Title: Machine...

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CMM Programmer/Operator

  • SyBridge Technologies
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (17 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (17 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 12 days ago

CMM Programmer/Operator SyBridge Technologies is seeking a skilled and motivated CMM Programmer/Operator to join our growing team! The CMM Programmer is responsible for inspecting parts to part...

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Lead Manufacturing Associate (1st shift)

  • Honeywell
  • Palmetto, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Palmetto, FL
  • 13 days ago

As a Lead Manufacturing Associate here at Honeywell, you will employ critical thinking in a clean room environment. Use your knowledge of chemistry fundamentals to help Honeywell deliver...

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Machine Operator - LOCALS ONLY

  • SGS Technologie
  • St Petersburg, FL (17 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • St Petersburg, FL (17 miles from Palmetto, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Location: 8300 Sheen Dr., St. Petersburg, FL 33709 Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday Experience Level: 2+ Years of Experience Type of Machines: Hydraulic Press, Grinder, Abrasive...

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Demographic Data for Palmetto, FL

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Palmetto, FL

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Palmetto, FL 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 Palmetto, FL
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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