Machine Operator Jobs in Springfield, MA

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 Forkllift Sorter

  • Easthampton, MA (14 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Easthampton, MA (14 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

As a Warehouse Forklift Sorter, you are responsible for sorting pallets by hand for grading as they flow from the loading dock, production line and throughout the facility....

Clean Room Assembler

  • Springfield, MA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 3 hours ago

Aerotek Clean Room Assembler in Springfield , Massachusetts Job Description We are currently looking to bring on clean room assemblers to join our production team on the first shift from 6:00 am...

Machinist/Fabricator C - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

  • Hartford, CT (22 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hartford, CT (22 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Date Posted: 2025-01-20 Country: United States of America Location: PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA Position Role Type: Onsite Pratt & Whitney is working to once...

Production Operator - Composite Repair (2nd Shift)

  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas...

General Production Worker

  • Enfield, CT (8 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Enfield, CT (8 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Aerotek General Production Worker in Enfield , Connecticut Schedule: 6pm-6am Monday-Thursday Pay Rate: $22.00 - $26.00 Job Description The facility is an industry leading manufacturer in specialty...

Heat Treat Operator

  • Suffield, CT (8 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Suffield, CT (8 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Experience in heat treating and machine operation. Ability to operate stamping presses....

Electrical Assembler

  • Suffield, CT (8 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Suffield, CT (8 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Aerotek Electrical Assembler in Suffield , Connecticut Electrical Assembler Job Description We are currently hiring for Electrical Assemblers to join our team. As the largest global manufacturer...

Mechanical Assembler

  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Collaborate with various teams, including factory supervisors, machine operators, development engineers, process engineers, and technicians, maintaining effective and tactful relationships....

Assembler

  • Enfield, CT (8 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Enfield, CT (8 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Aerotek Assembler in Enfield , Connecticut The company is the largest global manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment in the aviation and aerospace industries, is currently hiring for Assemblers....

Production Machine Operator

  • West Springfield, MA (3 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Springfield, MA (3 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Aerotek Production Machine Operator in West Springfield , Massachusetts The company is looking for packers & machine operators....

Production Worker

  • Northampton, MA (15 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northampton, MA (15 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Works from engineering prints, bills of materials, assembly drawings, written and/or verbal instructions. Performs standard set up and lays out work area to assemble, or to perform selected...

Plating Operator (Multiple Shifts) - 90 Day Increase Eligible

  • Stafford, CT (17 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stafford, CT (17 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

TTM Technologies, Inc. Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer About TTM TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology...

Flexo Press Operator (2nd shift) Windsor, CT

  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2nd shift, 3:30 pm - 11:30 pm8-hour shift. Location: Windsor, CT SUMMARY Proficient in the operation of a narrow flexo press up to 10 colors. Generally performs the...

Refrigeration/HVAC Assembler

  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (17 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Windsor, CT Pay Rate: $20 - $25 per hour Hours: 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (includes a 7% shift differential)...

Machine Operator - Day Shift

  • South Windsor, CT (18 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South Windsor, CT (18 miles from Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for Machine Operators who want to turn their hard work into money. The right candidate will be a self-starter who can catch on quickly and works well in a fast-paced environment....

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Springfield, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Springfield, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.2%
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 Springfield, MA
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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