Machine Operator Jobs in Owensville, 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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Warehouse Power equipment Operator

  • Walmart
  • Chamois, MO (24 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Chamois, MO (24 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 19 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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Forklift/Power Jack Operator - Distribution Center

  • Walmart
  • Hermann, MO (20 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hermann, MO (20 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 19 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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Power Equipment Operator

  • Walmart
  • Belle, MO (16 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Belle, MO (16 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 19 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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Weekend Manufacturing Associate

  • Lakeside Books
  • Owensville, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Owensville, MO
  • 5 days ago

Move books from the production line and stack into boxes. Work in a team environment and cross-train with others. Work in a climate-controlled environment....

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Manufacturing Associate - Pressroom

  • Lakeside Books
  • Owensville, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Owensville, MO
  • 12 days ago

Our Safety Culture: The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our...

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Manufacturing Operator

  • Spectrum Plastics Group
  • Hermann, MO (20 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hermann, MO (20 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 14 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Laser Light - Hermann - Hermann, MO 65041Position Type: Full TimeKEY RESPONSIB ILITIES: Setting up parts to be machined on one or more lasers and managing the process of...

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Manufacturing Operator - 2ND. SHIFT

  • Spectrum Plastics Group
  • Hermann, MO (20 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hermann, MO (20 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 14 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Laser Light - Hermann - Hermann, MO 65041Position Type: Full TimeMANUFACTURING SETTING - CLEAN, SAFE, AIR CONDITIONED, VALUED TEAM MEMBER WORK ENVIRONMENT MEDICAL DEVICES...

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Manufacturing Operator - Day Shift

  • Spectrum Plastics Group
  • Hermann, MO (20 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hermann, MO (20 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 14 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Laser Light - Hermann - Hermann, MO 65041Position Type: Full TimeManufacturing Setting - Clean, Safe, Air Conditioned, Valued team member work environment MEDICAL DEVICES...

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Laser Operator I

  • Spectrum Plastics Group
  • Hermann, MO (20 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hermann, MO (20 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 14 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Laser Light - Hermann - Hermann, MO 65041Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: AnyThe Laser Operator is responsible for: Setting up parts to be machined on one or more lasers...

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Production Worker / Manufacturing Associate - Weekend Shift

  • Quaker Windows
  • Freeburg, MO (23 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 19 days ago
  • Freeburg, MO (23 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 19 days ago

Location: Freeburg, MO Job Type: FullTime Pay: $21.51-$25.43 per hour + guaranteed raises Build a Career with a Stable, Local Manufacturer Quaker Windows & Doors is hiring Production Workers /...

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Manufacturing Associate (Bindery)

  • Lakeside Books
  • Owensville, MO
  • 26 days ago
  • Owensville, MO
  • 26 days ago

Move books from the production line and stack into boxes. Work in a team environment and cross-train with others. Work in a climate controlled environment....

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Machine Operator (Roll Tender)

  • Lakeside Books
  • Owensville, MO
  • 29 days ago
  • Owensville, MO
  • 29 days ago

Machine Operator (Rolltender) Pay: $21/hour with $1.25/hour shift premium for night shift, based upon experience Shift: 12 Hour Crew 3am-3pm or 3pm - 3am (36 hours one week and 48 hours the next) Only...

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Screen Press Operator

  • Versa Tags
  • Cuba, MO (15 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cuba, MO (15 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Versa-Tags has been serving promotional, automotive, and ad specialty distributors since 1970. Starting with the creation of the original, self-protecting Versa-Tag Key Tag, we have built a...

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Machine Operator-Bracket fill WKND

  • SPX Corporation
  • Cuba, MO (15 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cuba, MO (15 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 45+ days ago

Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required....

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Machine Operator-Brakepress

  • SPX Technologies
  • Cuba, MO (15 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cuba, MO (15 miles from Owensville, MO)
  • 60+ days ago

Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required....

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Owensville, MO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Owensville, 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 Owensville, 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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