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Machine Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

10 of the Most Popular Types of Machine Operator Jobs in 2026

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To become a machine operator, you must first pick your industry. Do you want to become a machine operator on a mining site? A construction site? Or in an office? In construction, machine operators are trained to work a variety of machines and can become specialists in working a crane or operating a forklift or tractor. In offices, they are the ones who can repair and troubleshoot large equipment for printing, or move toward paper or pulp mill equipment. Educational training classes are available for certain industries, but most machine operators learn by doing, participating in on-the-job training or apprenticeships. Certification is available for specific trades and can be explored once a machine operator becomes a subject matter expert with their chosen machine.

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Top Types Of Machine Operator Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Machine Operator positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

  • Work From Home Knitting Machine Operator

    Salary range: $34,000 - $41,500

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  • Braiding Machine Operator

    Salary range: $32,000 - $42,500

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  • Winding Machine Operator

    Salary range: $33,000 - $40,000

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  • Rewinder Machine Operator

    Salary range: $34,000 - $40,000

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  • Laminating Machine Operator

    Salary range: $42,000 - $46,000

    A laminating machine operator works with special equipment and materials to cover, strengthen, and protect paper items. As a laminating machine operator, your responsibilities include the setup of the laminating machine, performing safety checks, and ensuring the proper materials are in place. Your job duties are to operate the laminating machine, maintain the rollers and materials, read and interpret job tickets and specifications, input the correct settings, monitor equipment, and troubleshoot any problems that arise during operation of the laminating machine.

  • 211 Operator

    Salary range: $34,000 - $41,000

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  • Engraving Machine Operator

    Salary range: $34,000 - $40,500

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  • Turret Machine Operator

    Salary range: $34,000 - $40,500

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  • Braider

    Salary range: $32,000 - $42,500

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    Salary range: $33,000 - $42,500

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