Machine Operator Jobs in Waterbury, VT

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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Manufacturing Operator III - Coating Tech / Night Shift Sun, Mon, Tues 6pm-6:30am, every other Wed 6pm-2:30am. / $15% Differential

  • Essex Junction, VT (18 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Essex Junction, VT (18 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 1 day ago

Manufacturing Operator III Coating Technician Hourly Rate $22.00 - $27.00 plus $15% Differential REVISION MILITARY designs and develops mission critical protective eyewear solutions for military...

General Assemblers Needed!

  • Essex, VT (19 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Essex, VT (19 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities As part of our assembly line, your duties will include (but are not limited to): Assembling convection ovens using pre-assembled framesinstalling bottom sheets, insulation boards...

Apprentice to 1st Class Power Production Worker Montpelier

  • Montpelier, VT (10 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT (10 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 4 days ago

General Summary (What is done and why.) The Power Production Worker Apprentice position is primarily responsible for developing the technical skills necessary for safely operating, repairing and...

Manufacturing Operator III - Coating Technician / Day Shift Thurs, Fri, Sat 6am-6:30pm and every other Wed 6am-2:30pm, 5% Differential

  • Essex Junction, VT (18 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Essex Junction, VT (18 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 7 days ago

REVISION MILITARY designs and develops mission critical protective eyewear solutions for military and tactical customers worldwide providing the highest levels of protection, durability, and...

Heavy Equipment Operator - Transfer

  • Hyde Park, VT (22 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hyde Park, VT (22 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary The Heavy Equipment Operator ensures the safe operation of heavy equipment at the Transfer Station for the purpose of transferring and loading materials in an efficient and safe...

Manufacturing Operator Hiring Event - June 17, 2025 - JR-2501416-5859

  • Essex Junction, VT (18 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Essex Junction, VT (18 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 11 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **Hiring Event** **Date:** June 17, 2025 **Time:** 2:30PM - 6PM **Location:** 1000 River St., Essex Junction, VT 05452 \-- Visitor Lobby...

Machine Operator

  • Shelburne, VT (23 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Shelburne, VT (23 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 12 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Job Title: TFE Extrusion Operator Reports To: Cell Mgr / Production Supervisor General Description: TFE extrusion is the process of...

Manufacturing Operators - Night Shift - up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! - JR-2501129-5859

  • Essex, VT (19 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Essex, VT (19 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 14 days ago

Manufacturing Operators - Night Shift - up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! - JR-... at GlobalFoundries in Essex Junction, Vermont, United States Job Description About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is...

Manufacturing Operators - Night Shift - up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!

  • Essex, VT (19 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Essex, VT (19 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 14 days ago

About GlobalFoundries:GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world's most...

Grinder Skilled

  • Montpelier, VT (10 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT (10 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 15 days ago

. + Operate Cleaning Press and small punch press to remove sprue without marking castings. + Operate cut off saw. + Operate hydraulic wedger. + Operate small cleaning machine. + Operate Tennant sweeper...

General Assembler

  • Essex Junction, VT (18 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Essex Junction, VT (18 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 19 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **Job Overview:** **Assist with assembling parts, pieces or products using a variety of tools and equipment according to required...

Machine Operator - Night Shift, Williston, VT

  • Williston, VT (17 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 21 days ago
  • Williston, VT (17 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 21 days ago

As a Machine Operator, you'll play a vital role in manufacturing high-quality monofilament fibers within our clean, temperature-controlled environment....

Equipment Operator-Roller

  • Essex Junction, VT (18 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Essex Junction, VT (18 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 25 days ago

Job ID: 511575 Pike Industries, Inc., a subsidiary and integral part of CRH, is a leading Highway Contractor and the largest producer of Hot Mix Asphalt and Construction Aggregates in New England....

Electrical Panel Assembler

  • South Burlington, VT (22 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 25 days ago
  • South Burlington, VT (22 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 25 days ago

As a member of Dynapower's Panel Assembly team, you are responsible for assembling rectifier starter/control panels for our power conversion equipment. You'll mount the printed circuit boards from...

Farmworker & Laborers & Agricultural Equipment Operator

  • Brookfield, VT (23 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 26 days ago
  • Brookfield, VT (23 miles from Waterbury, VT)
  • 26 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: All applicants must be able, willing and qualified to perform the work described in the job order and must be available for the entire...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Waterbury, VT

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Waterbury, VT 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 Waterbury, VT
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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