Machine Operator Jobs in Kansas

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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Factory Worker

  • Dodge City, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Dodge City, KS
  • 5 days ago

Job ID 310768 Date posted 07/01/2025 New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196. If you do...

Plant Operator - Hutchinson, KS

  • Hutchinson, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hutchinson, KS
  • 45+ days ago

Cargills size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. Cargill is a family company providing...

Ag Equipment Operator

  • Copeland, KS
  • 5 hours ago
  • Copeland, KS
  • 5 hours ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Assist with daily farm functions including but not limited to the following: Operate various farm equipment (combines, farm tractors,...

Machinist

  • McPherson, KS
  • 5 hours ago
  • McPherson, KS
  • 5 hours ago

line and management....

Additive Manufacturing Operator Student Assistant

  • Wichita, KS
  • 11 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 11 hours ago

Department NIAR Additive Manufacturing Campus Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Hire Type Part Time Pay $15 per hour Work Schedule Monday - Friday 10 pm - 6 am or weekend hours Export...

Production Operator I

  • Council Grove, KS
  • 11 hours ago
  • Council Grove, KS
  • 11 hours ago

Job Requirements Why work for us? Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies,...

Machinist I, II, III

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 1 day ago

What Will I Do? Operate machine tools such as saws, lathes, milling machines, and grinders to produce metal parts. Review electronic or written blueprints or specifications for a job Monitor the...

Machine Operator - RedGuard

  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day ago

What You Can Expect Working in the Machine Operator Position This Machine Operator will operate one or more of various production machines....

Manual Lathe Operator - Topeka, KS

  • Topeka, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 1 day ago

Machinist, Manual lathe, tool & die, millingGoodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies....

Assistant Machine Operator

  • Park City, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Park City, KS
  • 1 day ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **Summary:** Entry level position responsible for all activities associated with training as an operator on any converting machine....

Agricultural Equipment Operator

  • Sublette, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Sublette, KS
  • 1 day ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: We need seasonal employees to assist with our crop production season. Must be able to operate tractors to cultivate, plant, fertilizer...

Ag Equipment Operator

  • Copeland, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Copeland, KS
  • 1 day ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Operating self-propelled equipment that reaps, harvests, threshes, swathes, or winnows crops such as triticale, corn, wheat, alfalfa,...

Machine Operator (Bobst) - Days

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 days ago

Our Food Service Packaging plant facility in Plymouth, IN is seeking a Machine Operator to join our team in the Corrugated Department....

CDL Class A Truck Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Wichita, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 2 days ago

un CDL Class A Truck Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator (Wichita) United Sport Systems image 1 of 2 1611 S Eisenhower near Harry and Hoover compensation: Starting at $55k a year employment type:...

Equipment Operator Trainee

  • Kechi, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Kechi, KS
  • 2 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Multiple openings in Wichita and throughout Kansas.\ \$18.74/hr. - \$20.13/hr.\ No Experience necessary! Paid on-the-job training.\...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Kansas

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 Kansas 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 Kansas
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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