Machine Operator Jobs in New Jersey

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 Operator

  • Great Day Improvements: A Family of Brands
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

Overview For over 50 years Englert has been the gold standard and a leading manufacturer of metal roofing and gutter systems. We are built on a simple core principle, dedicating ourselves to help...

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Production Worker

  • Mauser Packaging Solutions
  • Camden, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

Throughout your shift here, youll be helping to wash, dry, inspect, test, destroy, label, pack, and store drums and tote containers. Which specific job you have depends on where your manpower is...

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Mill & Lathe Operator Trainee

  • System One
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

Job Title: Mill & Lathe Operator Trainee Location: Lakewood, NJ Type: Contract To Hire Compensation: $18.00 per hour Contractor Work Model: Onsite onsite Hours: First Shift: M-F - 7:00 am - 3:30...

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Machine Operator (Manufacturing)

  • The Timken Company
  • Thorofare, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Thorofare, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

What Timken makes possible begins with you. Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join...

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URGENT HIRING: Printing Manufacturer Production Operators

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

We are a fast pace work environment clothing (T-shirts and hoodies) printing manufacturer in Cherry Hill, NJ. We are looking for the following positions and open for application: (1) Clothes...

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Production Line Worker

  • Earth Friendly Products
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

We have an immediate opening for a Production Line Worker to label, fill and package products according to production schedules while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency....

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Second Press Operator

  • Smurfit Westrock
  • South Plainfield, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

Job Order Number: DF0797221 Job Title: Second Press Operator Company: Smurfit Westrock Location: South Plainfield, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not...

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Machine Operator

  • Synerfac Technical Staffing
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

Machine Operator This role supports a contract manufacturing environment by operating automated equipment used in the production of complex electronic products....

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Mechanical Assembler

  • Walgreens
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

Exposure to industrial painting, sandblasting, powder coating, or similar industrial processes. Experience in panel building, wire assembly, and general fabrication work....

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Industrial Assembler

  • Synerfac Technical Staffing
  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

Job Details Maintenance / Skilled Trades Industrial Assembler Willingboro, NJ Job Description Job ID#: 120492 Category: Maintenance / Skilled Trades Job Type: Permanent Branch: Cherry Hill Salary:...

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Press Operator

  • Taylor Corporation
  • Monroe Twp, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Monroe Twp, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

Benefits Start Day 1! Come Work with Us! Taylor is proud to now offer DailyPay. With DailyPay, you can get paid on your very first day. No more waiting for direct deposit or a paper check! Taylor...

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CNC / EDM Machine Operator

  • GE Vernova
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 19 hours ago

Promotes a culture focused on safe machine operations and material handling procedures....

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Stamping Machine Operator

  • Ametek, Inc.
  • Montvale, NJ
  • 22 hours ago
  • Montvale, NJ
  • 22 hours ago

Job Summary: Operate press machine to create components from required strip material per work order. Essential Functions: Maintain a clean and safe environment by following 6S principles. Set up...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in New Jersey 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 Jersey
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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