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Joseph Gallo Cheese Company

MACHINE OPERATOR I

Atwater, CA · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Safely operate and monitor all equipment. * Visually inspect production run and report malfunctions ... Requires operate machinery such as Hayseen, Fallas, Combi, Robox, Butler, Multivac, Tiromat and ...

Joseph Farms

MACHINE OPERATOR I

Atwater, CA · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Safely operate and monitor all equipment. * Visually inspect production run and report malfunctions ... Requires operate machinery such as Hayseen, Fallas, Combi, Robox, Butler, Multivac, Tiromat and ...

Joseph Gallo Cheese Company

MACHINE OPERATOR I

Atwater, CA · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Safely operate and monitor all equipment. * Visually inspect production run and report malfunctions ... Requires operate machinery such as Hayseen, Fallas, Combi, Robox, Butler, Multivac, Tiromat and ...

Nestle

Operator Filler- Relief

Modesto, CA · On-site

$24.68/hr

Operate machinery to assure a continuous flow of finished product and cans to the fillers and ends to the seamers. * Perform can teardown and visual can inspections and record measurements at ...

OFI

Machine Operator (Seasonal)

Livingston, CA · On-site

$24.70/hr

Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage ... Position Summary Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Machine Operator will work in a fast ...

Fastenal Company

Manufacturing Machinist

Modesto, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Working as Part-time Manufacturing Machinist, you will setup and operate multiple pieces of equipment such as turning centers, machining centers, and various other pieces of manual equipment. The ...

Fastenal Company

Manufacturing Machinist

Modesto, CA · On-site

$39K - $73K/yr

Working as Full-time Manufacturing Machinist, you will setup and operate multiple pieces of equipment such as turning centers, machining centers, and various other pieces of manual equipment. The ...

Fastenal Company

Manufacturing Machinist

Modesto, CA · On-site

$39K - $73K/yr

Working as Full-time Manufacturing Machinist, you will setup and operate multiple pieces of equipment such as turning centers, machining centers, and various other pieces of manual equipment. The ...

Fastenal Company

Manufacturing Machinist

Modesto, CA

$73K/yr

Working as Full-time Manufacturing Machinist, you will setup and operate multiple pieces of equipment such as turning centers, machining centers, and various other pieces of manual equipment. The ...

Blue Diamond Growers

RTE Operator - Entry

Turlock, CA · On-site

$32/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES: JOB SUMMARY Develops the skill and ability required to operate critical ... Knowledge of machine operations and mechanical aptitude to keep machinery and equipment operating ...

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How much do machine operate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine operate in Atwater, CA is $18.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.44 and $19.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Machine Operate vs Equipment Operator?

AspectMachine OperateEquipment Operator
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma and on-the-job training or certificationsSimilar credentials, often includes certifications for specific equipment
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plants, construction sitesConstruction sites, industrial facilities, warehouses
Industry UsageManufacturing, construction, logisticsConstruction, mining, transportation
Job FocusOperating machinery to produce goods or perform tasksDriving, maneuvering, and operating heavy equipment

Both Machine Operate and Equipment Operator roles involve operating machinery in industrial or construction settings. While they share similar credentials and work environments, Equipment Operator often emphasizes driving and maneuvering large equipment, whereas Machine Operate may focus more on operating specific machines for manufacturing or processing tasks.

What cities near Atwater, CA are hiring for Machine Operate jobs? Cities near Atwater, CA with the most Machine Operate job openings:
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Infographic showing various Machine Operate job openings in Atwater, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,090 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Operator Filler- Relief

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

Modesto, CA • On-site

$24.68/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

The filler operator is primarily running the filler machine with 3 lines that results in combining: cans, ends and lids. This gives us our final product of Carnation Evaporated milk.
Operator must have knowledge and understanding of double Seamers and Seamers, Thermo detection X-Ray imaging fill level detection device, can cleaning systems, can coding machines and automated lid feeders. Operator is responsible for visual and teardown inspections of double can seams and net weight programs for product release. Performs sanitation and cleaning of all equipment as related to the filling process.
Employees shall follow all the plant safety and quality rules, report incidents & unsafe conditions immediately and maintain compliance with regulations.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The following represent some of the essential functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned.
  1. Fill manual and automated rotary lid feeders for up to three seamer machines.
  2. Operate machinery to assure a continuous flow of finished product and cans to the fillers and ends to the seamers.
  3. Perform can teardown and visual can inspections and record measurements at prescribed intervals.
  4. Track can and lid usage by shift and product.
  5. Grease and clean all equipment at prescribed intervals.
  6. Perform can weight checks to verify proper fill weights are being maintained and record weights at prescribed intervals.
  7. Monitor can cleaning equipment (can blowers), x-ray fill detection devices and other related equipment and keep appropriate records as required by Nestle QA and regulatory agencies.
  8. Perform all sanitary aspects of clean-up in the work area including CIP of all finished product lines and fillers including CIP of Silos. Manually clean as required to maintain all equipment, including conveyors, overhead belts and magnetic elevators in a sanitary condition.
  9. Adhere to Plant Safety, GMP and Plant Rules.
  10. Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work area including storage lockers and can laboratory.
  11. Mentor new and existing Filler Operators.
  12. Must be able to perform preventive maintenance and inspection of filler valves, pumps, vacuum systems and pneumatics.
  13. Perform sensory testing
  14. Perform SAP transactions as necessary

*Must have a basic understanding of computers in order to operate equipment and to perform SAP transactions
General Expectations: Employee must come to work promptly and regularly, work under the supervision of others, at times under stressful conditions, work within deadlines, and be able to work professionally with others at all times and in all situations.
The approximate hourly pay for this position is $24.68. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.
Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefits packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)
Job Req ID: 406149
The filler operator is primarily running the filler machine with 3 lines that results in combining: cans, ends and lids. This gives us our final product of Carnation Evaporated milk.
Operator must have knowledge and understanding of double Seamers and Seamers, Thermo detection X-Ray imaging fill level detection device, can cleaning systems, can coding machines and automated lid feeders. Operator is responsible for visual and teardown inspections of double can seams and net weight programs for product release. Performs sanitation and cleaning of all equipment as related to the filling process.
Employees shall follow all the plant safety and quality rules, report incidents & unsafe conditions immediately and maintain compliance with regulations.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The following represent some of the essential functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned.
  1. Fill manual and automated rotary lid feeders for up to three seamer machines.
  2. Operate machinery to assure a continuous flow of finished product and cans to the fillers and ends to the seamers.
  3. Perform can teardown and visual can inspections and record measurements at prescribed intervals.
  4. Track can and lid usage by shift and product.
  5. Grease and clean all equipment at prescribed intervals.
  6. Perform can weight checks to verify proper fill weights are being maintained and record weights at prescribed intervals.
  7. Monitor can cleaning equipment (can blowers), x-ray fill detection devices and other related equipment and keep appropriate records as required by Nestle QA and regulatory agencies.
  8. Perform all sanitary aspects of clean-up in the work area including CIP of all finished product lines and fillers including CIP of Silos. Manually clean as required to maintain all equipment, including conveyors, overhead belts and magnetic elevators in a sanitary condition.
  9. Adhere to Plant Safety, GMP and Plant Rules.
  10. Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work area including storage lockers and can laboratory.
  11. Mentor new and existing Filler Operators.
  12. Must be able to perform preventive maintenance and inspection of filler valves, pumps, vacuum systems and pneumatics.
  13. Perform sensory testing
  14. Perform SAP transactions as necessary

*Must have a basic understanding of computers in order to operate equipment and to perform SAP transactions
General Expectations: Employee must come to work promptly and regularly, work under the supervision of others, at times under stressful conditions, work within deadlines, and be able to work professionally with others at all times and in all situations.
The approximate hourly pay for this position is $24.68. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.
Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefits packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)
Job Req ID: 406149

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