Machine Operator Jobs in Bardstown, KY

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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Flex Operator

  • Bardstown, KY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bardstown, KY
  • 8 hours ago

Menasha Corporation Employees, please log-in to your Workday account to apply for positions. ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE) Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses,...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 14 hours ago

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials...

Assemblers, Kitters and Fabricators

  • Bardstown, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Bardstown, KY
  • 3 days ago

Job Details:Third shift, Monday - Friday11:00 pm - 7:00 amWeekly competitive payQuick cash with direct depositUnlimited $400 referral bonusesEmployee incentives and benefitsEmployee of the Month...

Flex Operator

  • Bardstown, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Bardstown, KY
  • 6 days ago

Essential Skills Mechanical aptitude Machine operation experience Plastic injection experience Press experience Additional Skills & Qualifications Prior experience in plastics, mold setting, or general...

Machine Operator

  • Shepherdsville, KY (17 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY (17 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 6 days ago

As a Machine Operator at KMG Fabrication, you will play a crucial role in our production process....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 10 days ago

Essential Functions of the Heavy Equipment Operator Supports company environmental, health, safety, security practices and policies Sorting and grading of incoming metal deliveries from suppliers...

Machine Operator II

  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 10 days ago

MACHINE OPERATOR Seeking Machine Operator for following duties: * Operating machine for production duties * Completing Quality checks as required per shift * Completing production paperwork * Keep work...

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator with CDL

  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 12 days ago

Would you like to work for a company that puts their employees first? Scotty's Contracting and Stone is that company. Our mission is to provide quality infrastructure that paves the way for our...

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 12 days ago

Would you like to work for a company that puts their employees first? Scotty's Contracting and Stone is that company. Our mission is to provide quality infrastructure that paves the way for our...

Production Operator

  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY (21 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 14 days ago

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of...

Press Operator

  • Lebanon Junction, KY (14 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lebanon Junction, KY (14 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 15 days ago

Nesco Resource has openings in the Lebanon Junction area for a Press Operator. All shifts, pay rates depend on shift and experience. Job Summary: The Press Operator 2 is responsible for setting...

Light Equipment Operator

  • Lebanon Junction, KY (14 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lebanon Junction, KY (14 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 15 days ago

Nesco Resource has openings in the Lebanon Juncation area for a Light Equipment Operator. 2nd and 3rd shift. Duties include but not limited too: Job Summary: The Light Equipment Operator 2 –...

Production Assembler

  • Shepherdsville, KY (17 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY (17 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 18 days ago

What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with...

Assembler 3rd shift

  • Mount Washington, KY (18 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Mount Washington, KY (18 miles from Bardstown, KY)
  • 19 days ago

planning (Kanban, Point of use, packaging requirements for suppliers)Notify stockroom Department Coordinator/ Alterniate Department Coordinator or Production Supervisor of missing partsLevel workload in production...

Grinder Operator - Night Shift

  • Bardstown, KY
  • 20 days ago
  • Bardstown, KY
  • 20 days ago

Menasha Corporation Employees, please log-in to your Workday account to apply for positions. ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE) Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses,...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Bardstown, KY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Machine Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Bardstown, KY 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 Bardstown, KY
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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