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Machine Operate Jobs in El Centro, CA (NOW HIRING)

Cashier (Front End)

El Centro, CA · On-site

$11.75 - $16/hr

Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery * Assists with department duties as necessary. * Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary. For additional information about pay ...

Receiving Clerk

El Centro, CA · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery. * Assists with department duties as necessary. * Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary. For additional information about pay ...

Wendy's Team Member

El Centro, CA · On-site

$11.75 - $15.75/hr

Operate grills, fryers, beverage equipment, and other kitchen tools safely, as permitted by ... Use of kitchen equipment, headsets, beverage machines, and restaurant technology, as permitted by ...

... lines; operate aviation support equipment and systems used in aircraft operations; perform ... Ability to work safely around aircraft, support equipment, and moving machinery in high noise and ...

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... lines; operate aviation support equipment and systems used in aircraft operations; perform ... Ability to work safely around aircraft, support equipment, and moving machinery in high noise and ...

... lines; operate aviation support equipment and systems used in aircraft operations; perform ... Ability to work safely around aircraft, support equipment, and moving machinery in high noise and ...

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How much do machine operate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine operate in El Centro, CA is $18.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.20 and $19.33 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 El Centro, CA are hiring for Machine Operate jobs? Cities near El Centro, CA with the most Machine Operate job openings:
Infographic showing various Machine Operate job openings in El Centro, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,548 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

$11.75 - $16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description


California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice.
The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist. The listing does not mean that any positions are currently open or available at Costco.
Position Summary
Processes member orders, collects payment. Performs clean up, department set-up and closing tasks as necessary. Provides a high level of member service.
Job Duties
  • Greets members, obtains membership card, determines member preferences, answers questions, relates information on special promotions, and thanks members.
  • Scans orders by sliding items from conveyor belt and across tabletop scanners from left or right, depending on side of station, to the packing area. Uses hand-held scanning gun or keys item numbers when necessary.
  • Transfers or ensures transfer of each item as the item is scanned. Monitors all merchandise passing through the register line, promoting accurate merchandise inventory. Requests supervisor verification for high-ticket items. Assists the Front-End Assistant with transferring merchandise in carts and packing orders, following all safety and security procedures.
  • Receives accurate payment for goods, makes change, processes checks, credit, and debit charges according to proper departmental procedures for paperwork and performance of duties.
  • Counts register at sign on, orders change, makes witnessed drops of excess funds to vault, orders cash increases, counts register at shift end to maintain accurate register funds.
  • Performs related tasks, set-up and closing duties for the department, such as putting returned or moved product back, collecting paperwork, stocking registers, cleaning area, and retrieving carts.
  • May assist members with self-checkouts with regards to scanning heavy merchandise, entering in items numbers.
  • May assist members with self-checkouts through monitoring the registers for errors and keeping the belt area clean of product and debris.
  • Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery
  • Assists with department duties as necessary.
  • Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.

For additional information about pay ranges, click here.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.
Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States.
Job Description Posting Updated: July 2026 Job Code: 0002

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Costco is a membership warehouse club, dedicated to bringing our members the best possible prices on quality brand-name merchandise. With more than 800 locations worldwide, Costco provides a wide selection of merchandise, plus the convenience of specialty departments and exclusive member services, all designed to make your shopping experience a pleasurable one. Today, as the company evolves, it stays true to the qualities that helped attract and retain millions of loyal members around the globe: Commitment to quality. Costco warehouses carry about 4,000 SKUs (stock keeping units) compared to the 30,000 found at most supermarkets. By carefully choosing products based on quality, price, brand, and features, the company can offer the best value to members.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Issaquah, WA, US

Year founded

1983