Machine Operator Jobs in Auburn Hills, MI

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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Bindery Specialist & Digital Press Operator

Position Overview: The Bindery Specialist and Digital Press Operator is responsible for the production of printed materials using digital presses and the finishing/bindery equipment. This role...

Sterile Fill Production Machine Operator (AFT)

  • Rochester, MI (9 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Rochester, MI (9 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 17 hours ago

Why Endo?** We want the best and brightest people at Endo to help us achieve our mission to develop and deliver life-enhancing products through focused execution. Our nearly 3,000 global team...

General Production Worker

  • Troy, MI (7 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Troy, MI (7 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 17 hours ago

General Production Worker** **Job Description** As a General Production Worker, you will be an integral part of the production line, contributing to a new ramp-up project with a major automotive manufacturer...

Quality Lab Tech / Waste Water Treatment Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Fenton, MI (24 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fenton, MI (24 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 17 hours ago

*Sitting may be required to perform some machine operation and data recording....

Warehouse Operator/Forklift Driver (2nd or 3rd Shift)

  • Detroit, MI (23 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI (23 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Title: Warehouse Operator (Forklift Driver) Salary: $22 Hourly Location: Mt. Clemens, MI Job #: 2024-14660 Education: Must have High School Diploma or G.E.D. ( No Exceptions ) Background: Must...

Machine Operator, Titanium Plasma Spray (TPS)

  • Southfield, MI (9 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southfield, MI (9 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 1 day ago

The Machine Operator, Coating Robot, TPS reports to the Production Supervisor. WHAT YOU WILL DO The Machinist, CNC reports directly to the area Supervisor....

Machine Operator, Titanium Plasma Spray (TPS)

  • Farmington Hills, MI (10 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI (10 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 1 day ago

The Machine Operator, Coating Robot, TPS reports to the Production Supervisor. WHAT YOU WILL DO The Machinist, CNC reports directly to the area Supervisor....

Production Operator- Forging

  • New Hudson, MI (19 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Hudson, MI (19 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Your Role The Cold Heading Operator will be a hands-on position responsible for high quality manufacturing of self-piercing rivets (SPR). Tasks include set-up and running a 6-station cold heading...

Boring Mill Operator

  • Waterford Township, MI (5 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterford Township, MI (5 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Boring Mill Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Manual Boring Mill Machinist to operate our Boring Mill in Dalton. The role involves setting up parts using overhead cranes and...

Production Operator

  • New Hudson, MI (19 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Hudson, MI (19 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Passionate people create exceptional things. At Atlas Copco, we believe in challenging the status quo, always looking for a better way. Our leading-edge technology in self-pierce riveting and...

Machine Operator- 1st/3rd Shift

  • Detroit, MI (23 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (23 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Job Duties: - Loading and unloading CNC machines or presses - Use of hand tools to assemble parts on a line - Measurement of parts to ensure they are within tolerance - Adding covers to finished...

Machine Operator West Test-18-18.50/hr

  • Warren, MI (17 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warren, MI (17 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 3 days ago

General Production Worker-Dirty Job Job Description As a General Production Worker, you will follow work instructions to operate various machines and testing equipment to build and assemble...

Machine Operator 2nd Shift

  • Warren, MI (17 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warren, MI (17 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 3 days ago

General Production Worker-2nd Shift Job Description As a General Production Worker, you will follow work instructions to operate various machines and testing equipment to build and assemble...

Graphite Machinist

  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 3 days ago

SUMMARY The role of the Graphite Machinist is to carry out the responsibilities of the Graphite Machine Operations division at the direction of the Graphite Machine Manager....

Production Assembler- 3rd Shift

  • Madison Heights, MI (13 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison Heights, MI (13 miles from Auburn Hills, MI)
  • 3 days ago

They will be assembling material and operating machines. Once they lift them off the line, they will inspect the part. Then they will put it in the box to be shipped out. They also may be...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Auburn Hills, MI

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Auburn Hills, MI 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 Auburn Hills, MI
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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