Machine Operator Jobs in Franklin, MA

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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Assembly Operator

  • Cube Hub
  • East Walpole, MA (10 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Walpole, MA (10 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Floor Assembly Operator - Semi-products 1 Shift: 2nd shift - 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM Pay rate: $20/hr (once training is completed - depending on the employee’s ability and progress - it...

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Production Line Worker Earn Up to $22/hr + Benefits! (TWN)

  • Marathon Staffing
  • Marlborough, MA (19 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (19 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Immediate Openings in Townsend, MA for Days. Start this Week.** Are you looking to quickly get started in a new job? We have start dates for this very week. No experience needed, perfect for...

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Manufacturing Associate

  • Marathon Staffing
  • Weston, MA (19 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Weston, MA (19 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 7 days ago

NOW HIRING - Interested in the production, assembly, and packing of goods? We have immediate starts in Days. Help ensure the accurate and timely production and shipment of products. Perfect...

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Production Line Worker $20+/hr & No Experience Needed! (TWN)

  • Marathon Staffing
  • Marlborough, MA (19 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (19 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 7 days ago

NOW HIRING - Interested in the production, assembly, and packing of goods? We have immediate starts in Days. Help ensure the accurate and timely production and shipment of products. Perfect...

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Machine Operator

  • Marathon Staffing
  • Sudbury, MA (20 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sudbury, MA (20 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 7 days ago

NOW HIRING - Interested in the production, assembly, and packing of goods? We have immediate starts in Days. Help ensure the accurate and timely production and shipment of products. Perfect...

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Extrusion Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Millbury, MA (20 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Millbury, MA (20 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • moments ago

Support assembly and general machine operation tasks as needed to assist overall manufacturing operations....

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General Production Worker

  • Aerotek
  • Franklin, MA
  • moments ago
  • Franklin, MA
  • moments ago

Machine Operator Job Description Responsibilities Operate machines as part of a 3-person team. Assist and shadow machine operators during the contract period....

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Assembler

  • Aerotek
  • Cranston, RI (20 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Cranston, RI (20 miles from Franklin, MA)
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Ability to operate and maintain hand tools, crimp tools, pneumatic tools, and assembly-line equipment....

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Manufacturing Operator

  • Kelly Services
  • Braintree, MA (22 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Braintree, MA (22 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • moments ago

Manufacturing Operator Apply Now Applied To save a job sign in or get started Job ID: 10239351 Posted today Back Braintree, MA, US Light Industrial High School or equivalent Full Time, Temporary...

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Assembler - Temp

  • Adecco USA, Inc.
  • Mansfield, MA (10 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Mansfield, MA (10 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • moments ago

Home Assembler - Temp Industrial & Manufacturing $ 20 / Hour location_on Mansfield, Massachusetts acute Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco Staffing is...

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Extrusion Technician / Machine Operator

  • Kelly Services
  • Taunton, MA (19 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Taunton, MA (19 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Extrusion Technician / Machine Operator Apply Now Applied To save a job sign in or get started Job ID: 10216610 Posted today Back Taunton, MA, US Light Industrial High School or equivalent Full Time...

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Machine Operator

  • Rich Products Corporation
  • Brockton, MA (18 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Brockton, MA (18 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 5 hours ago

Purpose Statement The Machine Operator controls machinery to mold ice cream cakes in a safe, sanitary, cost-effective, and efficient manner that meets company food safety and quality standards....

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Packaging Specialist (Hybrid)

  • Nestlé Health Science
  • Sudbury, MA (20 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sudbury, MA (20 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective...

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Machine Operator - Filler 3rd Shift

  • Dairy Farmers of America
  • Franklin, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Franklin, MA
  • 16 hours ago

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a Machine Operator - Filler 3 rd Shift!...

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Manual Machinist

  • Rexa, Inc.
  • West Bridgewater, MA (20 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • West Bridgewater, MA (20 miles from Franklin, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

The Manual Machinist machines parts through professional utilization of various conventional machine tools and related equipment. These parts are used to build Rexa actuators and valves....

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Franklin, MA

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Franklin, MA 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 Franklin, MA
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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