Machine Operator Jobs in Highland, NY

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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Equipment Operator

  • Kingston, NY (14 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kingston, NY (14 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Overview Location: Kingston, MO Reports To: Plant Manager Seeking an Individual to perform various duties at an aggregate plant facility including equipment operation, welding, and other...

Machine Operator III Newburgh NY 1st Shift

  • Newburgh, NY (13 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newburgh, NY (13 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Are you looking for more? At Mohawk Industries, were committed to more more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team. As a...

Equipment Operator (Summitville) (Req #: 1140)

  • Summitville, NY (24 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Summitville, NY (24 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Peckham IndustriesLocation: Summitville, NYSalary Interval: Full TimePay Range: N/AAbout Us: Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our "family by...

Heavy Equipment Operator - 2334727

  • Kingston, NY (14 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kingston, NY (14 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds...

Assembler

  • Highland, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Highland, NY
  • 7 days ago

Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking an Electrical Assembler to join their team. As an Electrical Assembler, you will be part of the production department supporting...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Kingston, NY (14 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kingston, NY (14 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds...

Mechanical Assembler

  • Gardiner, NY (9 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Gardiner, NY (9 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 12 days ago

ATS Company: SP Industries Requisition ID: 13821 Location: Gardiner, NY, US, 12525 Date: Jun 12, 2025 Mechanical Assembler Scientific Products, an ATS Company is expanding our team and have...

Electronic Assembler/Solderer

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (6 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (6 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Our client, a leader in electronics manufacturing, is seeking an Electronic Assembler/Solderer to join their team. As an Electronic Assembler/Solderer, you will be part of the production and...

Production Worker

  • Wallkill, NY (10 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Wallkill, NY (10 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 23 days ago

Production Worker Warehouse $ 18 / Hour location_on Wallkill, New York work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is hiring Production and Retail...

Machine Operator Apprentice - Selux Corporation

  • Highland, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • Highland, NY
  • 24 days ago

Overview Selux is offering an exciting oppporunity to become a Machine Operator Apprentice!...

Press Brake/Turret Milling Machine/Machine Operator

  • Highland, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • Highland, NY
  • 24 days ago

Overview Excellent opportunity for an experienced full time Machine Operator to join the Selux team responsible for building high end architectural light fixtures....

Assembler

  • Woodstock, NY (22 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Woodstock, NY (22 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 25 days ago

The Assembler - Fan, Blower and Modules will enable company success by performing duties to assemble, inspect, and solder variety of designs and sizes of fractional horsepower fans, blowers, and...

Machinist

  • Highland, NY
  • 25 days ago
  • Highland, NY
  • 25 days ago

We are currently looking for a machine operator Job Knowledge and Skills: Minimum two years machine shop experience High school diploma or equivalent....

Printing Machine Operator

  • Walden, NY (14 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Walden, NY (14 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Our client, a leader in the Industrial sector, is seeking a PRINTING MACHINE OPERATOR to join their team....

Construction Equipment Operator/Construction Equipment Operator

  • New Paltz, NY (4 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • New Paltz, NY (4 miles from Highland, NY)
  • 28 days ago

Construction Equipment Operator Local Title: Construction Equipment Operator Posting Date: May 29, 2025 Classification: SG-8 $40,391 Duties: Construction Equipment Operators as members of a work...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Highland, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Highland, NY 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 Highland, NY
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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