Machine Operator Jobs in Indiana

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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Slitter Operator

  • Knox, IN
  • 23 days ago
  • Knox, IN
  • 23 days ago

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a...

Coating Operator, Nights

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 3 hours ago

Company Description Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible products and solutions that help...

Production Worker I - Furniture Build

  • Bristol, IN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bristol, IN
  • 9 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: We currently have an opportunity for highly motivated individuals to join our dynamic production team in the Furniture department. Associates in the furniture department play a...

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Hamilton, IN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hamilton, IN
  • 9 hours ago

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Company: Rieke LLC Primary Location: 2855 E....

Production Worker

  • Jeffersonville, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN
  • 13 hours ago

Production Worker PeopleReady of Scottsburg, IN is now hiring Production Workers in Jeffersonville, IN! As a production worker, you will assemble and inspect products and ensure that manufactured...

Machine Operator

  • Ferdinand, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Ferdinand, IN
  • 13 hours ago

Machine Operator PeopleReady of Jasper, IN is now hiring Machine Operators IN Ferdinand, IN! Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow....

Production Operator Entry

  • Evansville, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 13 hours ago

LyondellBasell Basic Function The position of Production Operator is responsible for monitoring and operation of plant process equipment used in the manufacturing process. The operator evaluates...

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

  • Huntington, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Huntington, IN
  • 13 hours ago

They are in need of experienced machine operators to help out through closing at the end of September....

Grain Production Worker - Seasonal - Tipton, IN

  • Tipton, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Tipton, IN
  • 13 hours ago

Cargills Agricultural Supply Chain (CASC) connects producers and users of grains and oilseeds around the globe through sourcing, storing, trading, processing, and distributing, as well as offering...

Tugger Powered Industrial Truck Operator 1st/2nd Shift

  • Brownsburg, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Brownsburg, IN
  • 13 hours ago

Spherion is hiring Tugger Powered Industrial Truck operators for a leading Abrasives warehouse in Brownsburg, IN. This is a temp assignment with both 1st and 2nd shift available. 1st shift Mon-Fri...

Utility Operator- Water Distribution

  • Plainfield, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Plainfield, IN
  • 13 hours ago

The Water Distribution Operator is responsible for providing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work in the construction, operation, repair, and maintenance of the Towns water...

Utility Operator- Wastewater Treatment

  • Plainfield, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Plainfield, IN
  • 13 hours ago

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Ag Equipment Operator/Operador de Maquinas agricola

  • Spencer, IN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Spencer, IN
  • 17 hours ago

Temporary farmworkers needed to plant, cultivate, and harvest vegetables/fruits/grain: duties to include, but not limited to: workers may drive and operate farm machinery to plant, cultivate,...

Machine Operator I - Saw Operator

  • Bristol, IN
  • 20 hours ago
  • Bristol, IN
  • 20 hours ago

SUMMARY: Saw Operators play a crucial role in the production process by operating and maintaining various saws, such as Chop saw, Double up cut, and Double down cut saws to ensure the efficient...

Heavy Equipment Operator: Nights - 2334317

  • Morristown, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, IN
  • 1 day ago

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds...

Demographic Data for Indiana

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Indiana

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 Indiana offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.8%
Bachelor's Degree
18.3%
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 Indiana
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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