Machine Operator Jobs in Rice Lake, WI

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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Warehouse Power equipment Operator

  • Walmart
  • Weyerhaeuser, WI (14 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Weyerhaeuser, WI (14 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 17 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $22.8 - $26.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Power Equipment Operator

  • Walmart
  • Turtle Lake, WI (23 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Turtle Lake, WI (23 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 17 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $22.8 - $26.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Forklift/Power Jack Operator - Distribution Center

  • Walmart
  • New Auburn, WI (21 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New Auburn, WI (21 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 17 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $22.8 - $26.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Assembler - 5:30 - 3:30

  • Sanmina SCI
  • Turtle Lake, WI (23 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Turtle Lake, WI (23 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 20 hours ago

Category (For Job Seekers) Manufacturing/Operations Location 14661 - ENC Turtle Lake WI USA - Turtle Lake, WI 54889 US (Primary) Job Description Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading...

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Packaging Operator

  • ManpowerGroup
  • Almena, WI (17 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Almena, WI (17 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 1 day ago

line Maintain high standards of sanitation, personal hygiene, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Document production activities clearly and collect product samples in a sterile manner What's Needed...

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Sewing Machine Operator

  • ManpowerGroup
  • Mikana, WI (7 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mikana, WI (7 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a leader in medical manufacturing, is seeking a dedicated Sewing Machine Operator to join their team....

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Sewing Machine Operator

  • Manpower
  • Chetek, WI (15 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chetek, WI (15 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Our client, a leader in medical manufacturing, is seeking a dedicated Sewing Machine Operator to join their team....

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Assembler - 2nd Shift

  • Parker-Hannifin, Corporation
  • Chetek, WI (15 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chetek, WI (15 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary Our Quick Coupling Division is looking for new Assembly team members to help keep the world moving. Assembly team members are responsible for assembling, inspecting, and packaging...

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Rotary Press Operator 4pm-4am

  • Saputo
  • Almena, WI (17 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Almena, WI (17 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 5 days ago

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value...

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Production Worker

  • ManpowerGroup
  • Mikana, WI (7 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mikana, WI (7 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 6 days ago

Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is seeking Seated Production Workers to join their team. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail and good manual dexterity. Job Title: Seated...

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Truss Assembler

  • US LBM
  • Chetek, WI (15 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chetek, WI (15 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 8 days ago

US LBM is one of the leading and fastest growing distributors of specialty building materials in the United States, with a team of over 15,000 employees located throughout the country. Since our...

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Automation Equipment Operator

  • Walmart
  • New Auburn, WI (21 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Auburn, WI (21 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.8 - $27.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Powder Paint Prep Operator - 1st shift

  • Rice Lake Weighing Systems
  • Rice Lake, WI
  • 11 days ago
  • Rice Lake, WI
  • 11 days ago

The Paint Prep Operator operates phosphatizing equipment (power washer/spray wand) to prep parts for painting. Operates power hand tools such as: hand grinder, dual action (da) sander and wire...

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Assembler

  • Sanmina SCI
  • Turtle Lake, WI (23 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Turtle Lake, WI (23 miles from Rice Lake, WI)
  • 12 days ago

Category (For Job Seekers) Manufacturing/Operations Location 14661 - ENC Turtle Lake WI USA - Turtle Lake, WI 54889 US (Primary) Job Description Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading...

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Laser Operator 1st shift

  • Rice Lake Weighing Systems
  • Rice Lake, WI
  • 19 days ago
  • Rice Lake, WI
  • 19 days ago

Perform nozzle alignment and focus test Determine specifications or procedures for tooling set-up, machine operation, work piece dimensions, or numerical control sequences using blueprints, instructions...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Rice Lake, WI

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Rice Lake, WI 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 Rice Lake, WI
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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