Machine Operator Jobs in Hagerstown, MD

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 Assembler Job Details Mattr

  • Williamsport, MD (6 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Williamsport, MD (6 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 8 hours ago

We offer: Year-round Full time permanent work Paid overtime Medical and dental benefits Competitive wages Safety boot allowance Bonus programs Staff social events. All this at a single location...

Machine Operator - Ruffler

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 16 hours ago

Tempur Sealy International, Inc. is the world's largest bedding provider. The company develops, manufactures, markets, and distributes mattresses, adjustable bases, pillows and other sleep...

Heavy Equipment Operator Transfer Stations

  • Kearneysville, WV (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Kearneysville, WV (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 19 hours 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...

Production Laborer / Machine Operator

  • Martinsburg, WV (17 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Martinsburg, WV (17 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking General Production / Machine Operator Laborer to join our manufacturing team....

Heavy Equipment Operator - Universal Equipment - Frederick Quarry

  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Employee Referral Eligible Build Your Career. Build America's Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregate-based...

Production Worker - Operator (1st Shift)

  • Greencastle, PA (11 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greencastle, PA (11 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in...

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee

  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 1 day ago

JOB INFORMATION Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; varied hours and shifts; full-benefits This skilled technical position is responsible for the...

Light Industrial Assembler - Warehouse

  • Chambersburg, PA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA (21 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Light Industrial Assembler - Warehouse Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Light Industrial Assembler to join our team in the warehouse environment. This role requires a proactive...

General Production Worker

  • Zullinger, PA (10 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Zullinger, PA (10 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 4 days ago

General Production Worker Job Description We are seeking a dedicated General Production Worker to join our team in the clean and tag area at the back end of our shop. You will collaborate with 2-3...

AOI Technical Operator

  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Frederick, MD (23 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Technical machine operation Working hours: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM Required Qualifications: High School diploma or GED Previous experience inspecting SMT on the surface of PCB and working in an electronics...

Equipment Operator/Trainee

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 5 days ago

Equipment Operator/Trainee Maryland Metals, Inc. - Hagerstown, MD Maryland Metals, Inc. has an immediate opening for a full-time Equipment Operator/Trainee. Experience operating machinery or a...

Machine Operator (Auto Thread) 1st Shift

  • Greencastle, PA (11 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Greencastle, PA (11 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Machine Operator (Auto Thread) 1st Shift Department: Manufacturing & Distribution - General Labor Employment Type: Full Time Location: Greencastle, PA Reporting To: Tyler Bingaman Compensation: $18.80...

Machine Operator (Hand Thread) 1st Shift

  • Greencastle, PA (11 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Greencastle, PA (11 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 5 days ago

/ hour Description The Machine Operator (1st shift) is responsible for the set-up, production, quality and maintenance of the assigned machine....

Machinist/Lathe Operator

  • Martinsburg, WV (17 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV (17 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 5 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _ __ There's more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it's the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication...

Utility Plant Operator 2 - South Mountain Restoration Center

  • South Mountain, PA (19 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Mountain, PA (19 miles from Hagerstown, MD)
  • 6 days ago

THE POSITION If you are looking to showcase your skills in operating utility plant systems and equipment, this is the perfect position for you! The South Mountain Restoration Center, a Long-Term...

Demographic Data for Hagerstown, MD

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Hagerstown, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Hagerstown, MD 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 Hagerstown, MD
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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