Machine Operator
$19 - $21.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$19 - $21.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$19 - $21.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$17.25 - $21.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$17.25 - $21.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$15.25 - $18.75/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$15.25 - $18.75/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$15.75 - $19/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$15.75 - $19/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Coldwater, MI · On-site
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Coldwater, MI · On-site
$18.50 - $24.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$15.75 - $19/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$15.75 - $19/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$14.50 - $17/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$14.50 - $17/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$15.25 - $18.25/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$15.25 - $18.25/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Elkhart, IN · On-site
$16 - $19.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Elkhart, IN · On-site
$16 - $19.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Coldwater, MI · On-site
$19 - $21.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Coldwater, MI · On-site
$19 - $21.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Coldwater, MI · On-site
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Coldwater, MI · On-site
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Elkhart, IN · On-site
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Elkhart, IN · On-site
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Coldwater, MI · On-site
$16 - $18.75/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
Coldwater, MI · On-site
$16 - $18.75/hr
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are ...
$10.20 - $11.08
3% of jobs
$11.08 - $11.97
2% of jobs
$11.97 - $12.86
3% of jobs
$12.86 - $13.75
9% of jobs
$14.06 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.75 - $14.63
22% of jobs
The median wage is $15.02 / hr.
$14.63 - $15.52
24% of jobs
$16.24 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$15.52 - $16.41
14% of jobs
$16.41 - $17.29
6% of jobs
$17.29 - $18.18
7% of jobs
$18.18 - $19.07
5% of jobs
$19.07 - $19.95
3% of jobs
$10
$15
$19
| Aspect | Factory | Machine Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Oversees entire manufacturing processes and manages production lines | Operates specific machinery within the factory |
| Credentials | Typically requires basic education; certifications depend on machinery | Often requires technical training or certifications for specific equipment |
| Work Environment | Factory floor, involving supervision and coordination | Factory floor, focused on operating machinery |
| Industry Usage | Used broadly to describe manufacturing facilities and processes | Specific role within factories, focusing on machinery operation |
While a factory refers to the entire manufacturing facility or process, a machine operator is a specific role within that environment responsible for operating machinery. Understanding this distinction helps in targeting the right job searches and career planning.
Factory jobs focus on different aspects of the manufacturing process. As a factory worker, you may perform your duties on a production line where you produce, assemble, or package products or parts. Shift managers oversee operations during a particular time of day, while supervisors or foremen manage a department or monitor the entire factory floor. You can work as a technician, a job in which your responsibilities involve maintaining factory equipment. Factories also employ managers, administrative staff, accountants, designers, engineers, and quality assurance professionals. You can find factory jobs in various industries, include automotive, fashion, food, electronics, household goods, and industrial products.

$19 - $21.50/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement
Posted 9 days ago
4.3
Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.
Why you should join usNot only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it's a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers!
If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!
Schedule: Full-Time / 2nd Shift / 2pm-10pm
Pay: $19-$21.50. Will include $1.50 shift premium
What We Do
We're not just another parts manufacturer, Sport Truck USA, Inc., a proud division of FOX Factory, has spent over three decades perfecting what it means to build world-class suspension solutions and off-road components. What started as a local off-road shop has grown into a national leader in suspension design, engineering, and manufacturing, uniting iconic brands like BDS Suspension, Zone Offroad, JKS Manufacturing, and Baja Kits. You'll work with a team that takes pride in what we build and ship. We offer competitive pay, solid benefits, employee discounts, and a workplace culture that values teamwork, accountability, and getting great products into the hands of our customers.
We design it. We build it. We test it. We deliver. From concept to finished product, we own the process - delivering better-designed parts and supporting enthusiasts with industry-leading warranties, same-day shipping, and technical expertise.
Being part of FOX Factory means our commitment to ride dynamics and performance runs even deeper. We leverage FOX's global engineering, innovation, and performance heritage to push boundaries in every product we make - making vehicles more capable, more durable, and more ready for whatever the trail (or highway) throws at them.
At our core, we're driven by a culture of quality, precision, and passion. If you're into trucks, Jeeps, off-road culture, or just building cool things that people are genuinely passionate about - this is the place for you.
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for operating a variety of CNC mills and lathes, brake press, tube benders. Operator will load, unload, and inspect parts during the machining process. Operator will be responsible for maintaining part quality and while achieving production standards.
Position Responsibilities:
Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:
Position Qualifications
Education:
HS graduate or equivalent required
Experience:
1+ years machining experience, trade school or equivalent.
Previous experience in a manufacturing or machining environment preferred but not required.
Basic understanding of CNC controls (e.g., FANUC, Haas) is a plus.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
Position Qualifications:
Education:
HS graduate or equivalent
Experience:
2+ years of prior machinist experience required.
Experience in manufacturing or manufacturing quality environment preferred
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
Manufacturing Environment
Lift up to 50 lbs.regularly
Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time
Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer
Disclaimer:This list does not represent all physical demands.Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs' essential functions.
Note:
FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions -including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs - on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.
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