Machine Operator Jobs in Texas

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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Nestlé Health Science

Operator (Full-time) - Day Shift

You'll work with machinery, follow safety and quality procedures, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the production line....

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Nestlé Purina

Production Operator

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of...

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Crothall Healthcare

Plant Boiler Operator

Plant Boiler Operator Healthcare Facility First Shift Monday through Friday 7am to 330pm Who We Are: At Crothall Healthcare, we do more than support healthcare facilities — we help create...

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HOLLY HUNT

Metal Finisher

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Holly Hunt, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business...

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Nestlé Health Science

Operator (Full-time) - Evening Shift

You'll work with machinery, follow safety and quality procedures, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the production line....

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Machine Operator- Day & Night Shift

  • MCC
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 30+ days ago

The Finishing Machine Operator is responsible for checking quality and finishing labels either through jogging or cutting....

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NOW HIRING Forklift (Telehandler) OPERATOR

  • Longview, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Longview, TX
  • 3 hours ago

Location: Longview, TX Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per Hour (Based on Experience) Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent A leading solar racking manufacturer is seeking an experienced Telehandler Operator...

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Olathe Boot Factory Worker/Trabajador de Fabrica de Botas

  • El Paso, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Welter and Sole Stitching Starting pay: $13 to $20 an hour. Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm Titulo Profesional: Costura de Empella y Suela Pago inicial: $13 to $20 por hora. De lunes a viernes, de...

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Olathe Boot Factory Worker/Trabajador de Fabrica de Botas

  • El Paso, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Finishing/Acabador de Tacones Starting pay: $13 to $20 an hour. Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm Titulo Profesional: Finishing/Acabador de Tacones Pago inicial: $13 to $20 por hora. De lunes a viernes,...

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Olathe Boot Factory Worker/Trabajador de Fabrica de Botas

  • El Paso, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Lasting Apprentice/Aprendiz de Montado Starting pay: $13 to $20 an hour. Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm Titulo Profesional: Lasting Apprentice/Aprendiz de Montado Pago inicial: $13 to $20 por hora....

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Production Operator

  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Production Machine Operator Pouch machine operator The pay rate is 17.00 an hour 1st shift: 6:00 am to 2:30 pm 2nd shift: 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm The job location is in Grand Prairie, Texas 75050 Temp to...

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Industrial Sewing Machine Operator

  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago

JOB DESCRIPTION: Industrial sewing machine operator requires excellent sewing skills coupled with fabric knowledge and: - Able to operate industrial sewing machines -Knowledge of basic sewing techniques...

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Forklift (CLAMP) Operator

  • Irving, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Employment type: Full-time Experience level: entry level (~2 years of CLAMP FORKLIFT Experience) MondayFriday | 8:00 AM6:00 PM Requirements: CLAMP Forklift experience required Warehouse experience...

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Production Operator - Roll Dough 3 - 2nd Shift - 2:00PM-10:30PM - up to $24.88/hr

  • C.H. Guenther
  • Duncanville, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Duncanville, TX
  • 6 hours ago

The Production Operator plays a vital role in our food manufacturing process, ensuring the efficient and safe production of food products according to established quality and safety standards....

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Mechanical Assembler

  • Flextronics
  • Dallas, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Job Posting Start Date 06-03-2026 Job Posting End Date 09-04-2026 Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems concentrating on sophisticated,...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Texas

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Texas 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 Texas
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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