Machine Operator Jobs in Mentor, OH

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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Small Machine Operator

  • TKC - Kodi Collective LLC
  • Aurora, OH (24 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 23 days ago
  • Aurora, OH (24 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 23 days ago

Machine operation includes the coordination and the Mailer, Dot Wac, use of the Polybag, Drills, Shanklin, Shrink Wrap Machine and Folders, Spiral Binding in the Bindery Department which are used to...

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Assistant Polybag Operator

  • TKC - Kodi Collective LLC
  • Aurora, OH (24 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 23 days ago
  • Aurora, OH (24 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 23 days ago

The ability to operate all tools pertaining to the polybag, such as wrenches, gauges and tape measures, etc Assist with monitoring machine operations to detect malfunctions or to determine whether adjustments...

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Production Worker

  • WestRock
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 19 days ago

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve...

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Machine Operator (JobID#2130040335)

  • Strom Aviation
  • Mentor, OH
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mentor, OH
  • 1 hour ago

Perform repetitive machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, shaping, deburring, forming, drilling, reaming and smoothing parts Align and fasten parts using standard fixtures where...

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2nd shift Manual Machinist

  • The Reserves Network Inc
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 hour ago

JD91759861 Location: Cleveland, OH Category: Industrial & Manufacturing Employment Type: Contract Date Added: 06/01/2026 Apply now Back to Search Manual Machinist | $25.00 - $30.00 per hour | 2nd...

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Electronic Assembler

  • Aerotek
  • Willoughby, OH (3 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Willoughby, OH (3 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 hour ago

Electronics Assembler (1st or 2nd shift) ($18-20/hr.) Job Description This role focuses on assembling circuit boards and semiconductor components using hand tools and detailed work instructions....

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Process Automated Machine Operator 3rd Shift-Sunday-Thursday 11pm-7am

  • Plasman
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 hour ago

Plasman is currently seeking a new member to join our Process team as a(n): Process Automated Machine Operator 1.JOB TITLE DESCRIPTION: 1.1 The Machine Operator is responsible for operating the machine...

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Operator IV - Molding (1st Shift)

  • 1001 Baxter Healthcare Corporation
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 hour ago

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every personregardless of who they are or where they are fromdeserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief...

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1st shift Manual Machinist

  • The Reserves Network Inc
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 hour ago

JD81746361 Location: Cleveland, OH Category: Industrial & Manufacturing Employment Type: Contract Date Added: 06/01/2026 Apply now Back to Search Manual Machinist | $25.00 - $30.00 per hour | 1st...

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1st Shift Sewing Machine Operator 18-21hr

  • Aerotek
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 2 hours ago

Industrial Sewer 1st Shift: 6am - 2:30pm ($18-$21hr) Responsibilities Review and interpret fabrication tickets, technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions to ensure accurate...

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Manufacturing Associate

  • Adecco USA, Inc.
  • Solon, OH (20 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Solon, OH (20 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 2 hours ago

Home Manufacturing Associate Industrial & Manufacturing $ 14 - $ 15 / Hour location_on Solon, Ohio acute Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is hiring...

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Electronic Assembler 20/hr

  • Aerotek
  • Mentor, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mentor, OH
  • 2 hours ago

Electronics Assembler (1st or 2nd shift) ($18-20/hr.) Job Description This role focuses on assembling circuit boards and semiconductor components using hand tools and detailed work instructions....

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Machine Operator

  • Progress Rail Services
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 2 hours ago

Key Job Elements Progress Rail Machine Operators work with heavy machinery producing railroad track components. They maintain equipment to ensure it operates safely and effectively....

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Seal Patch Operator Third Shift

  • Precision Castparts Corporation
  • Wickliffe, OH (8 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Wickliffe, OH (8 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Description Position Summary: Identify manufacturing defects on cores and patch or trim cores to repair defects. Blue dye and inspect. Essential Functions: Must follow Standard Operating...

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Master Machinist - 1st shift

  • Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
  • Highland Heights, OH (11 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Highland Heights, OH (11 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 6 hours ago

Cylindrical grinding and surface grinding experience preferred 0" to 6" O.D. micrometers, 0" to 6" depth micrometers, dial calipers 'tenths' and scale dial indicators Ability to work overtime as required...

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Demographic Data for Mentor, OH

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Mentor, OH

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Mentor, OH 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 Mentor, OH
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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