Machine Operator Jobs in Saxonburg, PA

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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Production Assembler

  • Fombell, PA (20 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fombell, PA (20 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 3 hours ago

As a Production Assembler, you will be involved in setting up materials for the machine operator and cutting wire....

Track Worker / Equipment Operator

  • Butler, PA (14 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Butler, PA (14 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 9 hours ago

Track Worker / Equipment Operator Location: Butler, PA Pay: $22.00 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Join a Team That Invests in Your Future! Road & Rail Services is looking...

Assemblers

  • Mount Oliver, PA (23 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Mount Oliver, PA (23 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 22 hours ago

Assemblers and Material Handlers $16.50-22/hr** **Job Description** We are seeking skilled Assemblers to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling electromechanical units...

PCB Operator - Entry Level

  • Monroeville, PA (21 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Monroeville, PA (21 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Were hiring machine operators. The jobs are hands-on, the environment is high-tech, and the benefits are excellent....

Printing Press Operator - Offset Multi-color press

  • Natrona Heights, PA (8 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Natrona Heights, PA (8 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago

General Press Corporation, has an immediate opening for a Printing Press Operator. We are seeking an individual with experience operating multi-color printing presses. Candidates must understand...

Production Worker - Melt

  • Brackenridge, PA (9 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brackenridge, PA (9 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Proven to Perform. From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us. We...

Chemical Plant Operator

  • Ellwood City, PA (24 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ellwood City, PA (24 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Chemical Plant Operator! This...

CDL Equipment Operator

  • Wexford, PA (14 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wexford, PA (14 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Who We Are Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic...

PCB Operator - Entry Level -- SECOND SHIFT

  • Murrysville, PA (20 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Murrysville, PA (20 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring a machine operator. The job are hands-on, the environment is high-tech, and the benefits are excellent....

Medical Assembler

  • Murrysville, PA (20 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Murrysville, PA (20 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Spherion Greensburg is working with a client in their search to fill a 1st Shift 6:45am-2:45pm, Medical Assembler position in New Kensington, PA. The pay rate is $18.00 HOURLY. This position is...

Assemblers

  • Murrysville, PA (20 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Murrysville, PA (20 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Assemblers Industrial & Manufacturing $ 19.25 / Hour location_on Murrysville, Pennsylvania work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link So, you are...

Assembler Sensor Manufacturing

  • Cranberry Twp, PA (13 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cranberry Twp, PA (13 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career. At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We...

Master Heavy Equipment Operator - Traveling

  • Seven Fields, PA (11 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seven Fields, PA (11 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Harsco Environmental is the premier provider of material processing and environmental services to the global steel and metals industries. Our onsite mill services and resource...

Heavy Equipment Operator Transfer Stations - 2334467

  • West Sunbury, PA (20 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Sunbury, PA (20 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 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...

Township Equipment Operator/Driver

  • Saltsburg, PA (24 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saltsburg, PA (24 miles from Saxonburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

TOWNSHIP DRIVER/ EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Loyalhanna Township is currently accepting applications for a Full-Time Road Worker. Duties include, but not limited to: Operating heavy equip., maintenance of...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Saxonburg, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Machine Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Saxonburg, PA 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 Saxonburg, PA
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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