Machine Operator Jobs in Hazelwood, MO

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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JMC Wood Manufacturing

LAMINATION DEPARTMENT MANAGER

ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a high-energy, dependable and skilled team player to oversee our Lamination Department, which consists of a Lamination Line and a PUR line. This position will be...

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Commissary Cold Production Worker - Cold Prep

  • BJC HealthCare
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 8 hours ago

Additional Information About the Role Do you enjoy making sandwiches, salads, and wraps? Do you enjoy working in a team? Come work at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in the Food and Nutrition Department as...

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Warehouse Power equipment Operator

  • Walmart
  • Defiance, MO (22 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Defiance, MO (22 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 17 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $20.05 - $23.55 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Acera Manufacturing Operator

  • Solventum
  • Maryland Heights, MO (5 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO (5 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Thank you for your interest in joining Solventum. Solventum is a new healthcare company with a long legacy of solving big challenges that improve lives and help healthcare professionals perform at...

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Electric Motor Assembler

  • Manpower
  • Fenton, MO (20 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fenton, MO (20 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a leading manufacturer in the electrical motor industry, is seeking a dedicated Electric Motor Assembler to join their team. As an Electric Motor Assembler, you will be part of the...

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CIPP Lining Tap Cutter Operator

  • Carylon Corporation
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Ace Pipe Cleaning About Us: Ace Pipe Cleaning, Inc. is a leader in the field of trenchless rehabilitation in the United States, and part of the Carylon Corporation, which includes fourteen...

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Production Worker - 2nd Shift

  • CS Group
  • Hazelwood, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Hazelwood, MO
  • 2 days ago

Production Worker (2nd Shift) We are the only beverage manufacturing company that makes juices and cocktail mixers like we do, and we do it well. Working for us means fast-paced, quality work BUT...

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Production Operator - Blender

  • Sherwin Williams
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 2 days ago

The Production Operator - Blender is responsible for conducting paint drawdowns, preparing and blending customer orders to meet their specifications, documenting work orders and formulas, and...

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2nd shift - CNC Lathe Operator with Set-Up Experience

  • QPS Employment Group
  • Fenton, MO (20 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fenton, MO (20 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 3 days ago

CNC Lathe Operator Wage: $27.00 per hour ($26.00 + $1 shift differential) Shift: 2nd Hours: 2:15pm-12:45am (Mon-Thurs) QPS Employment Group has a great CNC Lathe Operator position available at a...

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1st shift CNC Lathe Operator with Set-Up Experience

  • QPS Employment Group
  • Fenton, MO (20 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fenton, MO (20 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 3 days ago

CNC Lathe Operator Wage: $26.00 per hour Shift: 1st Hours: 6:30am-3:00pm (Mon-Fri) QPS Employment Group has a great CNC Lathe Operator position available at a company in Fenton, MO. This is a 1st...

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Machinist

  • Aerotek
  • Saint Charles, MO (5 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (5 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Machinist - 2nd Shift Job Description We are seeking a skilled and reliable Machinist to join our team on 2nd shift. In this role, you will operate CNC machining centers, perform machine setups...

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Assembler

  • Aerotek
  • Maryland Heights, MO (5 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO (5 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Assembler Job Description This role focuses on assembling medical equipment such as lifts that support people with mobility needs. You will work at a seated station within a sub-assembly setup,...

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Electrical Assembler - Entry-Level

  • Aerotek
  • Hazelwood, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Hazelwood, MO
  • 4 days ago

Electrical Assembler Job Description As an Electrical Assembler, you will be responsible for building components and assembling them onto drones and Military All Terrain Vehicles (M-ATVs)...

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Production Operator

  • Brenntag Mid-South, LLC
  • East Saint Louis, IL (17 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • East Saint Louis, IL (17 miles from Hazelwood, MO)
  • 4 days ago

The Production Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently handling liquid and dry chemical products, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance throughout all warehouse and transfer...

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Electrical Assembler

  • Kelly Services
  • Hazelwood, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Hazelwood, MO
  • 4 days ago

Electrical Assembler Apply Now Applied To save a job sign in or get started Job ID: 10243081 Posted today Back Hazelwood, MO, US Electronic Assembly High School or equivalent Full Time, Temp to...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Hazelwood, MO

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Hazelwood, MO 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 Hazelwood, MO
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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