Machine Operator Jobs in New Bedford, 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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Extrusion Technician / Machine Operator

  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Primary Responsibilities Machine Operation & Setup Set up, operate, monitor, and adjust extrusion manufacturing equipment....

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Machine Operator

  • Manpower
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 1 day ago

Our client, an industry leader in golf product manufacturing, is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to join their team....

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General Production Worker

  • Aerotek
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with machine operation, assembly, warehouse tasks, or hand tool use in a manufacturing environment....

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Machinist

  • Aerotek
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Perform machine operation tasks such as drilling, grinding, braiding, shearing, and other machining processes as required....

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Assembler

  • Aerotek
  • Buzzards Bay, MA (19 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buzzards Bay, MA (19 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Assembler Pay: $19/hr Shift: 2nd shift: 3:00pm - 12:00am (Midnight), Monday - Thursday, 12:00pm - 6:00pm, Friday Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Assembler to join our...

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Electronics Assembler - Entry-Level, Contract to Hire

  • The DAVIS Companies
  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Electronics Assembler - Entry-Level, Contract to Hire Leading manufacturing company in the aerospace industry is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Electronics Assembler to join its small...

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General Manufacturing Associate

  • Aerotek
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Photo Etch Inspector Job Description The Photo Etch Inspector verifies the quality of precision metal parts through visual inspection and dimensional measurements, removes parts from sheets, and...

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Image Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

It requires attention to detail, basic machine operation skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment as part of a team....

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Equipment Operator (Acushnet, MA, US, 02743)

  • CRH Plc.
  • Acushnet, MA (6 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Acushnet, MA (6 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Job ID: 524763 P.J. Keating Company, a CRH company, is a leading manufacturer of aggregate and HMA products and Paving and Construction in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We operate aggregate and...

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Machine Operator (Coiler) - 2nd Shift (8

  • Atkore AFC Cable Systems
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 6 days ago

Description Machine Operator (Coiler) - 2nd Shift (4:00 PM - Midnight) $23.19/hr. + $.50 Shift Differential Who we are looking for: We are currently searching for a Coiler (Machine operator) to be based...

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Machine Operator (Coiler) - 2nd Shift (4:00 PM - Midnight) $23.19/hr. + $.50 Shift Differential Who we are looking for: We are currently searching for a Coiler (Machine operator) to be based out of...

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Manufacturing Associate

  • Manpower
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (22 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Our client, a leader in industrial manufacturing, is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to join their team. As a Manufacturing Associate, you will be part of the production department supporting...

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Machine Operator - Packaging, Manufacturing, Pharma

  • Cipla USA, Inc.
  • Fall River, MA (11 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (11 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Join Our Team as a Machine Operator and SAVE LIVES!...

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Manufacturing Operator I

  • Ducommun
  • Warren, RI (17 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Warren, RI (17 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

operation, setup, and maintenance - Runs multiple machines as required by process or as directed - Makes machine tool offsets or adjustments as needed to maintain print specifications - Load and unload...

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Operator I - Stock Shape Molding; Production, Manufacturing,Schedule: 1st shift- 6 :30am to 3pm Monday to Friday; Bristol, RI

  • Saint-Gobain Corporation
  • Bristol, RI (17 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bristol, RI (17 miles from New Bedford, MA)
  • 10 days ago

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? Operator 1 - Stock shape Molding, Manufacturing, 1st Shift; Bristol, RI 6:30AM to 3:00PM Monday thru Friday $20.00 an hour The Molding Operator will set-up, operate and...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in New Bedford, MA

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in New Bedford, 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 New Bedford, 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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