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Machine Operations Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Responsibilities Participate in structure on-the-job training for machine operations and manufacturing processes. Read and follow work instructions, drawings and specifications and other ...

Machine Operator 1

Valencia, CA ยท On-site

$21.24 - $28/hr

Responsibilities โ€ข Participate in structure on-the-job training for machine operations and manufacturing processes. โ€ข Read and follow work instructions, drawings and specifications and other ...

Machine Operator

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$20 - $23.75/hr

Short cycle machine operations associated with quantity production of identical units * Monitor production to ensure quality and perform verifications and inspection of the product and the machine

Machine Operator

San Jose, CA

$20.25 - $24/hr

Short cycle machine operations associated with quantity production of identical units * Monitor production to ensure quality and perform verifications and inspection of the product and the machine

Machine Operator

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$20 - $23.75/hr

Short cycle machine operations associated with quantity production of identical units * Monitor production to ensure quality and perform verifications and inspection of the product and the machine

Machine Operator

San Jose, CA

$20.25 - $24/hr

Short cycle machine operations associated with quantity production of identical units * Monitor production to ensure quality and perform verifications and inspection of the product and the machine

Machine Operator

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$20 - $23.75/hr

Short cycle machine operations associated with quantity production of identical units * Monitor production to ensure quality and perform verifications and inspection of the product and the machine

Machine Operator

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$20 - $23.75/hr

Short cycle machine operations associated with quantity production of identical units * Monitor production to ensure quality and perform verifications and inspection of the product and the machine

Machine Operator

Gardena, CA ยท On-site

$18.06/hr

The Machine Operator plays a critical role in the operation and maintenance of machinery in our sheet metal manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for ensuring smooth production operations ...

Machine Operator

Gardena, CA ยท On-site

$18.31/hr

The Machine Operator plays a critical role in the operation and maintenance of machinery in our sheet metal manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for ensuring smooth production operations ...

The Machine Operator plays a critical role in the operation and maintenance of machinery in our sheet metal manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for ensuring smooth production operations ...

Machine Operator

Gardena, CA ยท On-site

$18.06/hr

The Machine Operator plays a critical role in the operation and maintenance of machinery in our sheet metal manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for ensuring smooth production operations ...

Machine Operator

Gardena, CA ยท On-site

$18.06/hr

The Machine Operator plays a critical role in the operation and maintenance of machinery in our sheet metal manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for ensuring smooth production operations ...

Machine Operator

Gardena, CA ยท On-site

$18.31/hr

The Machine Operator plays a critical role in the operation and maintenance of machinery in our sheet metal manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for ensuring smooth production operations ...

Machine Operator

Valencia, CA ยท On-site

$21.24 - $37/hr

Machine Operator 1 0-2 years of manufacturing, machine operations, or production experience preferred. Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine operation, quality standards, and aerospace ...

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Machine Operations information

See California salary details

$31.1K

$76.2K

$134.7K

How much do machine operations jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for machine operations in California is $76,242.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $101,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is machine operations a good career?

Machine operations is a stable career that involves operating and maintaining industrial equipment, often requiring technical skills and safety training. It can offer steady employment, opportunities for advancement, and sometimes certifications to improve job prospects. The work environment is typically industrial or manufacturing settings, with shifts that may include nights or weekends.

What cities in California are hiring for Machine Operations jobs?

Cities in California with the most Machine Operations job openings:

Infographic showing various Machine Operations job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,242 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Machine Operator-1st shift

Anaheim, CA โ€ข On-site

Oliver Healthcare Packaging
Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturingย โ€ขย 201 - 500 employees

$20 - $25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

Machine Operator-1st shift
Sets up and operates Die cut press equipment by converting substrate material to make packaging products for disposable medical device packaging.
Basic Qualifications
Education

- High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience - Machine Operator
- Minimum of 1 year of related experience in fabricating machine operations required or related machinery in related business.
- Demonstrated ability in - Proficiently set-up and run at least 2 machines.
- Basic material knowledge.
- Reads and follows instructions, high degree of attention to details, trouble shooting.
- Basic mathematical aptitude, reading measuring rule, and effective communication skills.
- Aptitude in machine operations.
$20-$25/hr