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Machine Operate Jobs in Ward, AR (NOW HIRING)

Production Technician

Little Rock, AR

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

Operate production machinery and perform tasks in producing, packing, and shipping flour and crisp rice products. * Safely operate forklifts or other powered equipment when needed. * Follow all food ...

Operator

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

Job Purpose To operate production machinery safely and efficiently; maintain appropriate documentation and communicate ideas and problems to appropriate staff; perform scheduled preventative ...

Operator

Little Rock, AR

$16.75 - $22/hr

Job Purpose To operate production machinery safely and efficiently; maintain appropriate documentation and communicate ideas and problems to appropriate staff; perform scheduled preventative ...

Warehouse Associate

North Little Rock, AR

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

They safely operate forklifts or other machinery in order to complete tasks such as loading, unloading, sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse ...

Warehouse Associate

North Little Rock, AR · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

They safely operate forklifts or other machinery in order to complete tasks such as loading, unloading, sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse ...

Extrusion Technician

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

Set up and operate extrusion machines according to job specifications and safety standards * Monitor machine operations to ensure consistent quality and output * Adjust machine settings (e.g., speed ...

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How much do machine operate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine operate in Ward, AR is $15.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.85 and $16.49 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 Ward, AR are hiring for Machine Operate jobs? Cities near Ward, AR with the most Machine Operate job openings:
Infographic showing various Machine Operate job openings in Ward, AR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,056 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

$10.50 - $13.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

DESCRIPTION
Coldline team members participate together to greet guests, take orders and prepare custard items while attending to the dining room and upholding Freddy's standards of hospitality, quality and cleanliness.
All Freddy's employees are responsible for treating guests with the highest level of respect and communicating with them in an energetic, friendly and cheerful manner.
An individual in this role will have the following responsibilities:
  • Welcome guests and take orders correctly, including drive-thru
  • Receive payments and present change to customers
  • Manage the register, including all credit card and cash operations
  • Ensure a balance of the register at the end of the shift or working period
  • Prepare custard items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
  • Assume responsibility for quality of the products that is served
  • Engage with guests and seek feedback
  • Maintain cleanliness of dining room
  • Follow proper washing, sanitation, hygiene and safety procedures
  • Assemble and disassemble equipment
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the manager

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
  • Guest Service
  • Dependability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Initiative
  • Teamwork

To perform the physical requirements of this position, an individual should be able to:
  • Walk, bend, climb, reach, kneel, push, pull and lift up to 25 pounds
  • Operate cash register, custard machine and other front of the house equipment
  • Stand for long periods of time
  • Hear and respond appropriately to guests

REQUIREMENTS
  • Walk, bend, climb, reach, kneel, push, pull and lift up to 25 pounds
  • Operate cash register, custard machine and other front of the house equipment
  • Stand for long periods of time
  • Hear and respond appropriately to guests

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is an American fast-casual restaurant chain based in Wichita, Kansas. Its menu includes steakburgers, Vienna Beef hot dogs, and chicken sandwiches, and the company provides frozen custard with a variety of specialty sundaes and concretes.