Machine Operator Jobs in Ludlow, 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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Machine Operator

  • Springfield, MA (9 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Springfield, MA (9 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Machine Operator Springfield, MA Aug 23, 2025 Machine Operator Springfield, MA Are you ready to take your skills to the next level in a dynamic and fast-paced environment?...

Assistant Operator

  • Holyoke, MA (9 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Holyoke, MA (9 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Gather and move materials to and from the production line. Ensure the quality of gathered finished products. Continuously train and understand the manufacturing process....

Hot Punch Operator

  • East Longmeadow, MA (9 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Longmeadow, MA (9 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Duties: Learn to operate multiple pieces of equipment including a horizontal furnace, butt welder, punch press. Work as part of a team to identify quality and production goals....

2nd Shift, Machinist IV_ Onsite

  • Windsor Locks, CT (21 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windsor Locks, CT (21 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 2 days ago

What You Will Do: Set-up and operate a variety of conventional and CNC/NC equipment to perform machining operations to established methods and procedures....

Finishing Press Operator

  • Westfield, MA (16 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westfield, MA (16 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Position: Finishing Press Operator Shift Hours: 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3pm to 1:30 am Company Overview Dion Label, an Inovar Packaging Group, LLC company, is proud to be one of North...

General Production Worker

  • Ellington, CT (19 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ellington, CT (19 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Machine operation skills. Familiarity with food and beverage packaging equipment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Ability to work up to 60 hours per week. Willingness to work weekends....

Heavy/Highway Equipment Operator

  • Ludlow, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Ludlow, MA
  • 3 days ago

Summary: Caracas Construction is seeking a Heavy/Highway Equipment Operator to run heavy construction equipment on its' roadway construction sites. The operator will run a variety of equipment...

Press Operator

  • Agawam, MA (12 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Agawam, MA (12 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 3 days ago

SURTECO specializes in the production and sale of laminates, foils and vinyl-coated fabrics. Our technologies, products and services deliver distinctive performance features, thus helping to...

Press Operator- 2nd shift

  • Westfield, MA (16 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westfield, MA (16 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Position: Mark Andy/Full Servo Press Operator Shift Hours: 2nd Shift: Monday through Thursday - 3PM through 1:30AM About Inovar Packaging Group Dion Label, an Inovar Packaging Group, LLC Company,...

CNC Milling Machinist (2nd Shift)

  • East Granby, CT (22 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Granby, CT (22 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago

CNC Milling Machinist (2nd Shift) Job Description: Position Details: 2nd Shift 3:00pm-11:30pm Mon-Fri plus 12 Differential Your Expertise: 3-5 years of experience machining in an aerospace...

Machine Operator

  • Stafford Springs, CT (17 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Stafford Springs, CT (17 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Apply for tomorrow’s opportunity today, with Volt Volt is immediately hiring for Machine Operator in Stafford Springs, Connecticut....

Production Injection Molding Operator (Night Shift)(2 Openings)(ONSITE)

  • Chicopee, MA (7 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicopee, MA (7 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Ensure machine operations are running optimally by maintaining work and break schedules. Unload finished parts, stack and bag product for storage/shipping....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Springfield, MA (9 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (9 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Do you like the feeling of having tremendous power at the tips of your fingers? Would you like to be part of an essential industry in the United States? PeopleReady is now hiring Heavy Equipment...

Tree Trimmers/Groundman/ Small Machine Equipment Operator (CT & MA)

  • North Granby, CT (23 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Granby, CT (23 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago

GREEN VELVET TREE is looking for EXPERIENCED Tree Trimmers and/or GROUNDMAN and/or small machine equipment operator in CONNECTICUT (Milford/Medway/Norfolk/Medfield/Millis/Walpole) & MASSACHUSETTS...

Production Injection Molding Operator (Day Shift)(2 Openings)(ONSITE)

  • Chicopee, MA (7 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicopee, MA (7 miles from Ludlow, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Ensure machine operations are running optimally by maintaining work and break schedules. Unload finished parts, stack and bag product for storage/shipping....

Demographic Data for Ludlow, MA

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Ludlow, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Ludlow, MA 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
6.3%
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 Ludlow, 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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