Machine Operator Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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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Assembler I

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 22 hours ago

The Assembler I position is responsible for assembling mechanical parts using a variety of tools and equipment in a specific area of the production line....

Outside Machinist (VA)

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

.Job Title: Outside Machinist Location: Norfolk, Virginia Company: NSC Staffing NSC Staffing is seeking experienced Outside Machinist Technicians for an exciting upcoming project in Norfolk,...

Manual Machinist - 1/C

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Strong experience operating manual lathes and mills. Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, technical drawings, and manuals. Mechanical aptitude, dexterity, and hand/eye coordination required....

Equipment Operator II

  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Equipment Operator II Salary $50,192.40 - $64,616.55 Annually Location Portsmouth, VA Job Type Full-Time Regular Job Number FY2024-01040 Department General Services Opening Date 06/25/2025 Closing...

Equipment Operator III

  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Equipment Operator III Salary $25.10 - $32.31 Hourly Location Portsmouth, VA Job Type Part-Time Regular Job Number FY2024-01042 Department General Services Opening Date 06/25/2025 Closing Date...

Outside Machinist (Repair)

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Outside Machinist (Repair) Job Description This role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing ship's propulsion and auxiliary systems, including Steam, Turbine, Electrical, and Diesel...

Equipment Operator II

  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

STATEMENT OF JOB Under general supervision, operates a variety of motorized equipment for the waste management. Reports to an Equipment Operator Supervisor. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Operates...

Motor Equipment Operator II

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 3 days ago

The City of Virginia Beach is recruiting for a Motor Equipment Operator II to join Public Works Operations. Duties to include: Operate a dump truck in connection with the transportation of sand,...

Manual Machinist

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Machinist Job Description We are seeking a skilled machinist with a minimum of 5 years of experience operating manual milling machines, lathes, boring mills, and grinders. The ideal candidate will...

Outside Machinist

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Insight Global is looking to help build out an Outside Machinist team to help support a federal client. The outside machinist will be helping in the repair and install phase upon different...

3rd Class Inside Machinist - Steel America (Job ID: 888)

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Perform the machining operations, watch for problems in the production process, and check the accuracy of the finished piece against blueprints / verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications...

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - Entry Level

  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Looking to grow your career in environmental services? We're hiring a motivated individual to join our team at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. This is an entry-level position, but some related...

Machinist

  • Naval Base, VA (18 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Naval Base, VA (18 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in...

Outside Machinist

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Outside Machinist Norfolk, VA 23523 Posted: 06/23/2025 Industry: Ship Yard / Repair Job Number: 48294845 JOB DESCRIPTION CTR Group is seeking several Outside Machinist's local to the Norfolk, VA...

Outside Machinist J1 - J4

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Outside Machinist Location: Norfolk, VA Company: NSC Staffing NSC Staffing is seeking experienced Outside Machinist Technicians for an exciting upcoming project in Norfolk, VA. We seek...

Demographic Data for Virginia Beach, VA

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA
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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