Machine Operator Jobs in Wooster, OH

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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Hand Welders & Machine Operators

  • Wadsworth, OH (21 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Wadsworth, OH (21 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 20 hours ago

Kelly Services is hiring experienced Spot Welders and Machine Operators on behalf of a worldwide leader in clamps located in Wadsworth, Ohio....

Set Up Operator II (CNC) - VS6 - 2nd Shift

  • Wooster, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 1 day ago

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile...

Production Worker - Operator

  • Holmesville, OH (11 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Holmesville, OH (11 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in...

Titlu Operator II - MHT - 3rd Shift

  • Wooster, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 2 days ago

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Buried Equipment Operator

  • Medina, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Medina, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Then you may have found your next career move. We're looking for a Buried equipment Operator to join our team and help connect America. As a Buried...

Press Operator

  • West Salem, OH (12 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Salem, OH (12 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Press Operator Warehouse $ 21 / Hour location_on West Salem, Ohio work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Press Brake Operator: The Press Brake...

Packaging & Filling Machine Operators & Tenders

  • Ashland, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ashland, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Job Details:First shift, Monday - Friday7:00 am - 3:00 pmWeekly competitive payQuick cash with direct depositUnlimited $400 referral bonusesEmployee incentives and benefitsEmployee of the Month...

Production Worker

  • Lodi, OH (17 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lodi, OH (17 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Requisition Number: 23890 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nation's premiere propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

Electronic Assembler / Wirer

  • Medina, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Medina, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Electronic Assembler / Wirer - Medina, Ohio - JOB 25-01055Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00/HRGrowing Medina, Ohio manufacturer is seeking to hire several junior level Electronic Assemblers / Wirers...

Assembler

  • Wooster, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary: Our Assemblers work on our innovative DuraFlex products. Providing the best customer service in the industry allows us to continue raising the bar on what quality service looks like....

Machine Operator

  • Wooster, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC machinery to support production processes in a manufacturing environment....

Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers

  • Ashland, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ashland, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details:Monday - Friday7:00am-3:00pmWeekly competitive payQuick cash with direct depositUnlimited $400 referral bonusesEmployee incentives and benefitsEmployee of the Month programsWork with a...

Set Up Operator II (CNC) - TCC Machining - Weekend Day Shift

  • Wooster, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 7 days ago

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile...

Operator II - Line Feeder - MHT - 3rd shift

  • Wooster, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 7 days ago

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a...

Set Up Operator II (CNC) - TCC Machining - 2nd Shift

  • Wooster, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 7 days ago

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile...

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Salary for Machine Operator Jobs in Wooster, OH

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Machine Operators in Wooster, OH 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 Wooster, OH
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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