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Aerotek

Machine Operator

Grafton, MA

$20 - $25/hr

Machine Operators, $20-$25/hr based on experience 1st shift 7am- 3:30pm.....$20 -25 2nd shift 3pm ... Basic math skills for accurate measurement and calculation. * Familiarity with extrusion processes.

Etech Hi

Tape Edge Machine Operator

Worcester, MA

$32 - $37/hr

Perform routine machine maintenance , minor repairs, and troubleshoot basic equipment issues is ... Quilting Machine Operator: An outstanding, full-time opening has become available in the Worcester ...

Altium Packaging LLC

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Franklin, MA · On-site

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

Basic computer experience. * Blow mold experience. EDUCATION: • Prefer High School diploma or general education degree (GED). TRAINING: • Completion of Altium Production/Machine Operator training ...

Sartorius Stedim Biotech

Machine Operator

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$27 - $35/hr

As the onsite-based Machine Operator you will possess good mechanical aptitude and be an active ... Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women's Health, Health Advocate Additional ...

Sartorius Stedim Biotech

Machine Operator

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$27 - $35/hr

As the onsite-based Machine Operator you will possess good mechanical aptitude and be an active ... Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women's Health, Health Advocate Additional ...

Washington Mills

Bagging Machine Operator

Grafton, MA · On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Bagging Machine Operator Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay Range: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour based ... Perform basic housekeeping tasks autonomously to maintain a safe and organized work area * Use ...

washingtonmills

Bagging Machine Operator

North Grafton, MA · On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Bagging Machine Operator Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay Range: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour based ... Perform basic housekeeping tasks autonomously to maintain a safe and organized work area * Use ...

washingtonmills

Bagging Machine Operator

North Grafton, MA · On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Bagging Machine Operator Position type: Full-Time, Hourly Pay Range: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour based ... Perform basic housekeeping tasks autonomously to maintain a safe and organized work area * Use ...

Managed Staffing

Machine Operator

Worcester, MA · On-site

$22 - $23/hr

Perform basic density testing on initial molded pieces to verify tolerances and specifications ... Experience operating presses or molding equipment in a manufacturing environment * Ability to ...

Proficient Staffing Solutions, LLC.

Be Seen First

Production Machine Operator

Sutton, MA · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Machine Operator is responsible for operating, maintaining, and monitoring machines in a blown ... Basic math skills for measurements, calculations, and process adjustments. * Manufacturing ...

Managed Staffing

Machine Operator

Worcester, MA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Maintain a clean and safe workspace and follow standard operating procedures. * Perform other ... Basic understanding of measuring and using scales . * Ability to read blueprints and use measuring ...

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How much do basic machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for basic machine operator in Douglas, MA is $18.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Basic Machine Operator vs Industrial Machine Operator?

AspectBasic Machine OperatorIndustrial Machine Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; specialized training often preferred
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plants, assembly linesHeavy manufacturing facilities, large-scale production plants
Job ScopeOperate basic machinery, perform routine tasksOperate complex machinery, oversee production processes

Basic Machine Operators and Industrial Machine Operators both work in manufacturing environments, often requiring similar certifications and working in factories. However, Industrial Machine Operators typically handle more complex equipment and have a broader scope of responsibilities. The choice depends on the complexity of machinery and level of responsibility required.

What is a basic machine operator?

A basic machine operator is responsible for operating and monitoring manufacturing equipment, such as presses, lathes, or conveyor systems, to produce goods efficiently and safely. They typically follow safety protocols, perform routine maintenance, and may need to have basic technical skills or certifications depending on the industry. The role often involves working in a manufacturing or production environment with a focus on quality and safety standards.
Basic Machine Operator jobs near you
Infographic showing various Basic Machine Operator job openings in Douglas, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,936 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Machine Operator 1st & 2nd Shift-Marlborough,Massachusetts

RULAND MANUFACTURING CO., INC.

Whitinsville, MA

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

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Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Ruland Manufacturing
Ruland Manufacturing, founded in 1937, is a stable and growing family owned domestic manufacturer of shaft collars, rigid couplings, and motion control couplings. We are a culturally diverse company with 65 employees representing more than ten countries. Ruland has sales and marketing offices in Berlin, Germany and Shanghai, China to support local customers in these markets. Our internal teams consist of operations/manufacturing, marketing, sales, customer service, engineering, and accounting working together to exceed customer expectations. We contribute to our community through our donation of time and parts to the FIRST Robotics Competition. Our vision is to be a 100-year-old successfully run family business.
Qualifications:
Ruland Manufacturing is looking for a CNC Machine Operator to join a diverse manufacturing team that operates Haas, Brother, and RoboDrill CNC mills and lathes in a fast-paced production environment. The ideal team member must be willing to operate three to six machines at a time while performing routine inspections, making minor machine adjustments, and identifying visual product defects. The Machine Operator must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment where results are measured, and performance is rewarded. Due to Ruland's fast growth the Machine Operator must be comfortable adapting to changes in technology, processes, and equipment with limited notice.
The primary responsibilities of the Machine Operator are operating equipment that has already been setup, performing routine inspections, operating manual lathes for secondary operations, making process recommendations and regularly reporting any issues with quality or safety, to the production supervisor. Success of the Machine Operator will be measured by productivity, scrap rate, average lead time, late orders, and compliance with process and safety standards. Team results are measured on a daily basis allowing for a transparent view of performance.
Ruland expects the Machine Operator to perform routine inspections to maintain our industry exceeding quality standards. Inspections are planned either by time on machine or number of parts run and are recorded on SPC sheets. Ruland uses standard monitoring and measuring equipment as well as visual aids to ensure compliance with documented standards. Machine Operators must possess good math skills and the ability to make routine program and mechanical adjustments to maintain quality. When parts produced do not match Ruland standards it is the Machine Operator's responsibility to work with the supervisor to determine if the part can be reworked or scrapped.
Ruland is a high mix, small to medium run-size production environment with schedules that can change daily depending on customer orders and need. The Machine Operator must be flexible and willing to adapt to these changing schedules. Strong organizational skills are required which include keeping a tidy work area, understanding of what parts are running on each machine, having blanks prepped to be run, and attention to detail with inspection sheets.
Ruland puts a high priority on keeping a safe work environment and is compliant with OSHA requirements. Safety recommendations are encouraged by all team members to prevent potential injury. Ruland celebrates safety milestones of no injuries with a company party.
Responsibilities:
  • Safety first mindset.
  • Work in a team environment with measured performance.
  • Work with limited supervision.
  • Ability to read and follow schedules to maintain work flow.
  • Ability to read gages and measuring equipment.
  • Willing to operate three to six machines at a time in a fast-paced machining environment.
  • Have a strong desire to exceed customer expectations.
  • Ability to read and interpret blue-prints and dimensional charts.
  • Ability to read, speak and write English at a proficient working level, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions and decimals to support QC checks and production reporting.
  • Basic computer skills on a Windows operating system.
Requirements:
  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent applicable work experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Direct experience with Haas, Brother, or RoboDrill mills/lathes.
  • Prior experience with an ERP such as Exact Macola.
  • Work experience in an SMB.
Preferred:
  • Prior experience in a high production environment.
  • Experience manufacturing small components.
  • Experience entering inventory transactions.
Desired:
  • Any setup experience of manual or CNC mills/lathes.
  • Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
  • Experience training other operators.
Why Ruland?:
  • Medical and Dental insurance
  • Short and long-term disability.
  • Monthly Bonus ranging from 0-15%
  • Holiday, Sick and Vacation pay
  • Perfect attendance reward program.
  • Overtime
  • 401(K) after 6 months of employment
  • Direct Deposit

How to Apply:
  • Candidates can apply in person or through email.
  • Please send your resume and/or cover letter to [email protected] .
  • Please allow a few days to process your application.

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