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Machine Operate Jobs in Hewitt, TX (NOW HIRING)

Welder

Waco, TX · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Operate all types of tools necessary to the job, including but not limited to, wire feed welder ... Set machines up for carbon and stainless steel of various gauges. * Place and move blocking, braces ...

Welder

Waco, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $23/hr

Operate all types of tools necessary to the job, including but not limited to, wire feed welder ... Set machines up for carbon and stainless steel of various gauges. * Place and move blocking, braces ...

Operator - Weekend Shift

Waco, TX · On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Safely operate and maintain various machines in a production environment. * Serve as a back-up for the senior operator in cases of absence or scheduled time off. * Assist in training Production ...

Operate mobile equipment, power shears, benders, grinders, powered hand and machine tools and related equipment. * Perform arc and acetylene welding. * Identify components in manufacturers ...

Production Assistant

Waco, TX

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

The Production Assistant will assist Operators set up and operate machinery, ensuring efficient production. Production Assistants are reliable and able to work with attention to detail and within ...

Barista - CNS

Waco, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $15.50/hr

The individual will also operate cash registers and credit card machines. The Barista fields customer complaints or questions while working to maintain good customer relations and speedy delivery of ...

Barista - CNS

Waco, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $15.50/hr

The individual will also operate cash registers and credit card machines. The Barista fields customer complaints or questions while working to maintain good customer relations and speedy delivery of ...

Be Seen First

Skillfully and safely operate a hydraulic machine * Properly track and document activity logs through a handheld device * Inspect the truck before and after your daily routes * Contribute to the ...

... machine controls and site calibrations • Ability to operate multiple sized and brands of heavy equipment to include motor graders, dozers, loaders, skid steers, asphalt trimmers, rock mills, piling ...

Technology Specialist 1

Waco, TX · On-site

$24.04 - $46.16/hr

... machine controls and site calibrations · Ability to operate multiple sized and brands of heavy equipment to include motor graders, dozers, loaders, skid steers, asphalt trimmers, rock mills, piling ...

Production Assistant - Night Shift

Waco, TX

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

The Production Assistant will assist Operators set up and operate machinery, ensuring efficient production. Production Assistants are reliable and able to work with attention to detail and within ...

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How much do machine operate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine operate in Hewitt, TX is $16.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.00 and $17.88 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 Hewitt, TX are hiring for Machine Operate jobs?

Cities near Hewitt, TX with the most Machine Operate job openings:

Infographic showing various Machine Operate job openings in Hewitt, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,765 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

$18 - $23/hr

Full-time

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Stoughton Trailers rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Operate all types of tools necessary to the job, including but not limited to, wire feed welder, plasma cutter, oxygen and acetylene cutting torches, hand drill, hammer, needle gun, chisel, utility knives, putty scraper, disk sander, rivet gun, impact wrench, huck gun, grinder, clamps, combination square, automatic welder and tape measure.
  • Weld in all positions such as vertical, flat, vertical lap and overhead.
  • Set up various parts and assemblies for welding.
  • Set machines up for carbon and stainless steel of various gauges.
  • Place and move blocking, braces and jigs to hold parts.
  • Hammer wedges and drift pins, turn turnbuckles, and pull pry bars to align parts.
  • Grind or chip rough edges, surplus weld, or scale.
  • Position and turn clamps, and bolt together straps or parts.
  • Operate overhead cranes, hoists and other lifting devices.
  • Perform measurement and quality checks and record findings.
  • Operate robotic weld equipment.
  • Perform all assigned tasks in a safe, efficient and highly productive manner according to company policy.
  • Contribute to the team effort to produce a quality product.
  • Attend scheduled work hours on a regular and timely basis. Maintain good attendance.
  • Ability to work mandatory overtime. Other duties may be assigned by the company.

Above is a list of the most important responsibilities and functions, which are essential to the position.  Employees must be able to perform these essential functions satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.  Accommodations will be evaluated and provided to eligible employees on a case by case basis, depending on the employee's medical restrictions, work availability, the nature of the position, the position's essential functions and other relevant factors.

Qualifications

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent, based on education and work experience.
  • Licenses/Certifications:
    • Preferred Welder Certification
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
    • Must be able to accurately read and use gauges, tape measures, and read and understand blueprints.
    • Must be able to read and understand Process sheets.
    • Basic shop math (fractions, measurements).
    • Knowledge of welding practices.
    • Knowledge of the setting up and operations of weld machines, oxygen and acetylene torch, plasma machines and robotic welders.
    • Knowledge of weld defect identification and repair.
    • Successfully pass written and hands on weld tests.
    • Successfully pass pulmonary function tests.
  • Core Competencies:
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Training:

  • Orientation

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