Machine Operator Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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 Putaway - Equipment Operator 1st Shift

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading...

Farm Equipment Operator (KG-10661)

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Details Job Title: Farm Equipment Operator (KG-10661) Location: NY, Mid-Atlantic United States, USA Company: Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT Industry Sector: Production/Farming Industry Type: Crop...

Production Operator - Blender

  • Wallington, NJ (8 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Wallington, NJ (8 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Machine Operator 1st Shift

  • Union, NJ (10 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Union, NJ (10 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Metals USA is seeking a Machine Operator for our Union, NJ location....

Entry-Level Assembler/Machine Operator

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

At Kelly Professional & Industrial, we're seeking Entry-Level Assemblers/Machine Operators to work for an actively growing Manufacturing Company in Lima, NY....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Oceanside, NY (23 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oceanside, NY (23 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

un HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR COUSINS METAL 460 brown ct near HAMPTON RD compensation: based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: heavy equipment operator Operator...

Machinist

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

vertical and radial) o Undercutting machines and tools (Automatic and Manual) o Balancing Machine o Brush Plating Machine (SIFCO) Understanding of undercutting requirements, polishing, finishing (ie-deburring...

Mechanical Assembler/Disassembler

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER/DISASSEMBLER Manufacturing Assembly Line / Assembler New York Permanent / Full Time 19/6/2025 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER/DISASSEMBLER The Opportunity We are currently looking for Motor...

CNC Machine Set Up Operator

  • Irvington, NJ (8 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvington, NJ (8 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

DETERMINE THE SEQUENCE OF MACHINE OPERATIONS AND SELECT THE PROPER TOOLS. INPUT COMPUTERIZED MACHINE CONTROL MEDIA....

Electronics Assembler - Boonton, NJ

  • Boonton, NJ (22 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boonton, NJ (22 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Job Overview Responsible for the assembly of thru-hole printed circuit boards that are of low or moderate complexity for which procedures and methods are prescribed. Intricate fitting, adjusting,...

Tool Room Machinist

  • Roslyn Heights, NY (23 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roslyn Heights, NY (23 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Support the Service and Applications departments by fully utilizing all standard machine shop tools, including: manual lathes, mills, grinders, saws, hones, and hand tools....

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Oceanside, NY (23 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oceanside, NY (23 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Operator wanted to run heavy equipment in our scrap yard. Excavator with shear attachment and material handler with magnet and grapple. Full time with possible overtime availability.

2nd shift Encapulation Operator

  • Edison, NJ (22 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (22 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

operation Responsible for machine routine maintenance and clearing by following SOP instructions Responsible for in process sampling requirements Insure all drums are properly labeled Insure work area...

Production Operator

  • Orangeburg, NY (23 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Orangeburg, NY (23 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Will be provided, gloves and goggles Requirements Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent 1+ years experience working in a manufacturing environment Experience working on a production line Experience...

Mechanical Assembler

  • Blauvelt, NY (24 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Blauvelt, NY (24 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Industry leading manufacturing company URGENTLY hiring Mechanical Assemblers!! Apply today and a recruiter will reach out to you with more information! Located in Blauvelt, NY Pay: $24 an hour...

Demographic Data for Jersey City, NJ

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Jersey City, NJ 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 Jersey City, NJ
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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