Machine Operators for hire in Akron, OH
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills7%Machining5%Organizational Skills5%Education level
High school diploma or GED90%Vocational or technical training5%Bachelor's degree3%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years14%6-10 years36%Current company
Lincoln Electric
Aam American Axel and ManufacturingAK Steel Holding (Cleveland Cliffs)Time at current job
Less than a year14%1-2 years14%2-5 years55%
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Last updated: Sep 9, 2026
Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Akron, OH: $65,689 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $50,586 – $85,301 yearly
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Machine Operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler Certification+1 moreSkills
LeadershipMachine OperationMachiningEnglishLift TruckForkliftMachine Operator
Norton, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsHeavy LiftingLandscape MaintenanceLandscapingRemodelingManagementMachine Operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsDrivingCNC Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseServsafeForklift CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsMerchandisingCustomer ServiceMachine Operator
Kenmore, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
CNC LatheTurningMachining ToolsMachiningMachining EquipmentCNCMachine Operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicensePesticide Applicator's LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsRoofing
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What's the average time to fill a machine operator role?
The average time to fill a machine operator role is 72 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do machine operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a machine operator include: communication skills, machining and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a machine operator?
Common licenses or certifications for machine operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Servsafe.
What are some job titles related to machine operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machine operators include: FOUNDRY TEAM lead/forge PRESS operator/maintenance TECH 1 and CNC machine operator/forklift operator.
What level of education is common for a machine operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a machine operator in Akron, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a machine operator?
Most machine operators have 9 years of professional experience.
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