Machine Operator Jobs
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.

- Multi-Color Corporation
- Mason, OH
- 20 hours ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Mason, OH
- 20 hours ago
Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

Digital Printing Press Operator
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Mason, OH
- 20 hours ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Mason, OH
- 20 hours ago
Experience operating a digital press and/or minimum 2 years web and/or offset experience, required....

- Multi-Color Corporation
- Napa, CA
- 20 hours ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Napa, CA
- 20 hours ago
Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

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

Flexographic Printing Operator
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Dawsonville, GA
- 20 hours ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Dawsonville, GA
- 20 hours ago
3rd Shift (11p-7am Sunday - Thursday) 2nd Pressman - $21.00 (plus 1.50 shift differential) 1st Pressman - $25.00 (plus shift differential) $1000.00 sign-on bonus Build your Career with an Industry...

Press Operator (starting wages up to $35/hour)
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Algoma, WI
- 20 hours ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Algoma, WI
- 20 hours ago
Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

- Multi-Color Corporation
- Fort Worth, TX
- 20 hours ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Fort Worth, TX
- 20 hours ago
We are currently looking for a Machine Operator to join our team. Experience is not required but always a bonus....

- Newco Enterprises, Inc.
- Saint Charles, MO
- 1 day ago
- Newco Enterprises, Inc.
- Saint Charles, MO
- 1 day ago
We are seeking an experienced Electronics Machine Operator to join our team. The Electronics Machine Operator is responsible for operating a surface mount line....

- Multi-Color Corporation
- Saint Louis, MO
- 1 day ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Saint Louis, MO
- 1 day ago
Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

3rd shift - 1st Lithographic Press Operator
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Waukesha, WI
- 1 day ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Waukesha, WI
- 1 day ago
Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

- Multi-Color Corporation
- Neenah, WI
- 1 day ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Neenah, WI
- 1 day ago
Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

- Multi-Color Corporation
- Mason, OH
- 1 day ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Mason, OH
- 1 day ago
This is a 3rd Shift Position-Sunday through Thursday 9:45 pm - 6:00 am Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive...

- Multi-Color Corporation
- Winona, MN
- 2 days ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Winona, MN
- 2 days ago
The Finishing Machine Operator (Folding gluer machine operator) is to perform a variety of duties to set up and operate machines used in the post print label finishing process....

- George DeLallo Company
- Penn, PA
- 2 days ago
- George DeLallo Company
- Penn, PA
- 2 days ago
Job Description: Food Production Line Team Member The Food Production Line Team Member position is responsible for carrying out various tasks on the food production line to ensure the efficient and...

- Newco Enterprises, Inc.
- Saint Charles, MO
- 2 days ago
- Newco Enterprises, Inc.
- Saint Charles, MO
- 2 days ago
Newco Enterprises is a leading manufacturer of commercial coffee machines that has been brewing up innovations for 50 years. Founded in 1974, Newco has grown from humble beginnings into an...
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- Motor Grader Operator
- Production Line
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- CNC Mill
- Assembly Line
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- Calipers
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- Crane Operator
- Excavation
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- Quality Control Inspection
- Supply Chain
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- Drug Testing
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