Machine Operator Jobs in Nitro, WV

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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Chemical Manufacturing Operator

  • United Talent Staffing
  • Nitro, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • Nitro, WV
  • 4 days ago

Contract Anywhere Posted 4 hours ago Category: Assembly & Manufacturing Location: Nitro, WV Type: Contract Job ID: 1631813 United Talent is currently seeking a Chemical Operator for a company in...

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Plant Operator

  • Airgas Inc
  • Charleston, WV (11 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 4 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (11 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 4 days ago

R10089649 Plant Operator (Open) Location: Charleston, WV - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that...

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Weekend Production Worker (Fri-Sun $15.07)

  • United Talent Staffing
  • Eleanor, WV (10 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 17 days ago
  • Eleanor, WV (10 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 17 days ago

United Talent is immediately hiring Production Workers for a manufacturing plant in Eleanor, WV! Weekend shift working Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Job duties include: Inspecting coils Material...

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Machine Operator

  • Emerson
  • Charleston, WV (11 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 18 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (11 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 18 days ago

operation with the quality required....

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Production Operator

  • Brenntag
  • Nitro, WV
  • 21 days ago
  • Nitro, WV
  • 21 days ago

The Production Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently handling liquid and dry chemical products, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance throughout all warehouse and transfer...

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Production Operator

  • FLSmidth
  • Winfield, WV (7 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 22 days ago
  • Winfield, WV (7 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 22 days ago

Maintains production line operation by solving production process problems; making equipment adjustments; reporting production and quality data; reporting decisions made; referring questions to the...

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Assembler

  • Astec Industries Inc
  • Poca, WV (6 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poca, WV (6 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock....

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Machine Operator Trainee

  • Service Wire
  • Culloden, WV (13 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Culloden, WV (13 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

Service Wire Company, a premier supplier of industrial and utility wire and cable, is currently seeking Machine Operator Trainees in Culloden, WV....

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Operator 3, Machine Liquid-Utility(C) (St. Albans, US, 05478)

  • Barry Callebaut AG
  • Saint Albans, WV (1 mile from Nitro, WV)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Saint Albans, WV (1 mile from Nitro, WV)
  • 60+ days ago

Operators About you: High school diploma or GED Excellent communication skills both written and oral Ability to lead a small team through soft skills (delegation, teamwork, problem solving) Math skills...

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Machine Operator - 1St (ID #497910)

  • Partners Personnel Management
  • Charleston, WV (11 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV (11 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 60+ days ago

Charleston, WV House $14.00/Per Hour Machine Operator - 1St Job Description Branch Details Production Team Associate A Production Team Associate is a crucial member of the manufacturing team who is...

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Machine Operator 1, TSO

  • Loram Maintenance
  • Charleston, WV (11 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV (11 miles from Nitro, WV)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Title:  Machine Operator 1 FLSA Status:   Non-Exempt Department:  Operations Reports to:  Assistant Manager, Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: Machine Operator...

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Demographic Data for Nitro, WV

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Nitro, WV

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Nitro, WV 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 Nitro, WV
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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