Machine Operator Jobs in Narragansett, RI

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 Assistant

  • Aerotek
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 2 hours ago

Machine Operator Assistant Pay Rate: $20-24 Job Description Join our team as a Machine Operator Assistant where you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing processes...

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Machine Operator

  • Abacus Service Corporation
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 19 hours ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 19 hours ago

Join Our Team in North Kingstown, RI Step into a role that shapes the future of technology at Thales. Our modern, light-manufacturing facility in North Kingstown, RI, combines cutting-edge...

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Extrusion Operator - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift Availability

  • Proterial Cable America
  • Ashaway, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashaway, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 1 day ago

operation to detect work-piece defects or machine malfunction Complete applicable paperwork and enter data into computer as required Perform proper line shutdown and purging as per work instructions...

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Clean Room Assembler

  • Aerotek
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Now Hiring: Clean Room Operator (Medical Device Assembly) Immediate openings - Apply today for quick consideration! Job Title: Clean Room Operator Warwick,RI,US Pay rate: $18 -$19 Role Overview...

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Brake Press Operator

  • senesco marine, llc
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Summary Statement A Brake Press Operator 1st class must have the knowledge and understanding a mechanical and computerized brake press machine. He/she must have the ability to read and understand...

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Entry Level Assembler

  • Aerotek
  • East Greenwich, RI (15 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI (15 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Work efficiently on a production or assembly line to meet daily and weekly production goals and deadlines....

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Machine Operator

  • System One
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 8 days ago

Join Thales as a Machine Operator, where your work powers the future of technology in a modern, light-manufacturing environment....

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Utility Operator

  • Aerotek
  • West Warwick, RI (18 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Warwick, RI (18 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 8 days ago

Entry-Level Production Associate **Location:** North Kingstown, RI Pay Rate: $19.50 **Job Description:** We are looking for a motivated Entry-Level Production Associate to support our...

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Operator I - Stock Shape Molding; Production, Manufacturing,Schedule: 1st shift- 6 :30am to 3pm Monday to Friday; Bristol, RI

  • Saint-Gobain Corporation
  • Bristol, RI (22 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Bristol, RI (22 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 11 days ago

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? Operator 1 - Stock shape Molding, Manufacturing, 1st Shift; Bristol, RI 6:30AM to 3:00PM Monday thru Friday $20.00 an hour The Molding Operator will set-up, operate and...

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General Production Worker

  • Aerotek
  • North Stonington, CT (17 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 15 days ago
  • North Stonington, CT (17 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 15 days ago

As a General Production Worker, you'll support machine operations, handle materials, and prepare products for shipmentplaying a key role in the entire production process....

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Machine Operator I

  • Boston Scientific
  • Coventry, RI (19 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Coventry, RI (19 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 16 days ago

Additional Location(s): N/A Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, well give you the opportunity to harness all thats...

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Clean Room Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (19 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 17 days ago

Now Hiring: Clean Room Operator (Medical Device Assembly) Immediate openings - Apply today for quick consideration! Job Title: Clean Room Operator Warwick,RI,US Pay rate: $18 -$19 Role Overview...

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Synthesis Operator

  • Sun Chemical Corporation
  • Newport, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Newport, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 19 days ago

Synthesis Operator Newport, DE, US, 19804 Primary Location: Newport Location: Newport, DE, US, 19804 Remote or On-Site: On-Site Req ID #: 6320 ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Sun Chemical, a member of the...

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CNC Lathe Mill/Turn Machinist (1st & 2nd Shift)

  • GUILL TOOL & ENGINEERING CO., INC.
  • West Warwick, RI (18 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • West Warwick, RI (18 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 19 days ago

CNC Lathe Mill/Turn Machinist. Responsibilities and Qualifications: Read blueprints. Machine set-up. Writing and editing of programs in G-code, mazatrol, and conversational controls. Lathe...

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Assembler

  • Aerotek
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 23 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Narragansett, RI)
  • 23 days ago

Comfort working on an assembly line or production line in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines. Ability to stand at a workstation for 8 or more hours per shift....

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Demographic Data for Narragansett, RI

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Narragansett, RI

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Narragansett, RI 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 Narragansett, RI
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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