Machine Operator Jobs in Davenport, IA

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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2nd Shift Assistant Machine Operator II

  • Liberty Diversified
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 1 hour ago

In some locations, the Assistant Machine Operator II roles are also occasionally asked to assist in operating machines / tasks (gluers, stitchers, slitter, and saw machine operation)....

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Manual Machinist Level 5

  • Dover Corporation
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 15 hours ago

The Machine Operator will be able to work to exact tolerances, determine speeds and feeds, and sharpen own tools....

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Production Worker

  • Aerotek
  • Davenport, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 21 hours ago

General Production Worker Job Description The General Utility position is an entry-level production role that encompasses various duties within the production area. Employees are expected to...

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Warehouse Power equipment Operator

  • Walmart
  • Orion, IL (14 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Orion, IL (14 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 22 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $21 - $24.5 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Forklift/Power Jack Operator - Distribution Center

  • Walmart
  • Hillsdale, IL (18 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Hillsdale, IL (18 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 22 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $21 - $24.5 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Power Equipment Operator

  • Walmart
  • Hampton, IL (8 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Hampton, IL (8 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 22 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $21 - $24.5 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Machine Operator

  • Randstad
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Randstad Staffing has partnered with a national corrugated packaging manufacturing business in Rock Island, IL in hiring for their Direct-Hire Machine Operator II positions!...

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General Production Worker

  • Aerotek
  • Davenport, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 3 days ago

General Production Worker $18 an hour Davenport, Iowa 7am-3:30pm Position Summary The General Production Worker is an entry-level role responsible for supporting daily operations within a food...

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Roll Clamp Truck Operator

  • Liberty Diversified
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Loading job Back to Search Results Previous Opportunity Next Opportunity Roll Clamp Truck Operator Location: Rock Island, IL, United States Business Unit: Liberty Packaging Remote Type: No Remote...

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Assistant Machine Operator II

  • Liberty Diversified
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 4 days ago

In some locations, the Assistant Machine Operator II roles are also occasionally asked to assist in operating machines / tasks (gluers, stitchers, slitter, and saw machine operation)....

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Immediate Hirring For General Production Worker

  • Aerotek
  • Davenport, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 5 days ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in general labor, general production, packing, food manufacturing, food production, line cook, food preparation, cold storage, cold food, meat handling,...

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Industrial Worker - Laser Operator (2nd & 3rd Shift)

  • The Schebler Company
  • Bettendorf, IA (6 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bettendorf, IA (6 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Perform typical laser cutting and welding operations. Select proper cutting and welding programs. Establish proper set-ups for cutting and welding...

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Entry Level Production Worker

  • Marathon Staffing
  • Blue Grass, IA (10 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Blue Grass, IA (10 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Line Worker, Factory Worker, Production Worker, Material Handler, Packer, Loader, Unloader, Packaging Jobs, Shipping and Receiving, Machine Operator, Forklift Operator, Heavy Lifting Jobs, Labor Staffing...

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Industrial Production Worker

  • Marathon Staffing
  • Davenport, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 7 days ago

Line Worker, Factory Worker, Production Worker, Material Handler, Packer, Loader, Unloader, Packaging Jobs, Shipping and Receiving, Machine Operator, Forklift Operator, Heavy Lifting Jobs, Labor Staffing...

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Demographic Data for Davenport, IA

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Davenport, IA

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Davenport, IA 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 Davenport, IA
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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