Machine Operators for hire in Albuquerque, NM
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Time Management7%Heavy Lifting6%Education level
High school diploma or GED89%Associate's degree4%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
1-2 years14%3-5 years20%6-10 years32%Current company
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Jabil
Abb Elastimold ProductsTime at current job
Less than a year21%1-2 years21%2-5 years50%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Albuquerque, NM: $68,621 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $47,646 – $98,830 yearly
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Machine Operator/Material Handler
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationExperience Working with Individuals with DisabilitiesDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CPR+6 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceMechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with AutismCNC Machine Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10CPRMotorcycle License+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy Equipment Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Class DCDLCertified Notary PublicDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+5 moreSkills
Rear Loader TruckAnalysis SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsManufacturing Technician
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseLow Voltage LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingLeadershipAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsMachine Operator- Manufacturing Wax Injection Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Certified Quality InspectorJ-STD-001 CertificationFirst Aid CertificationIPC-610 CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsMachine Operator
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Licenses & certifications
Class DOSHA 10Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsManufacturingBasic MathMath
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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, time management and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for a machine operator?
Common licenses or certifications for machine operators include: Driver's License, Food Handler Certification and Forklift Certification.
What are some job titles related to machine operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machine operators include: manufacturing technician, line lead and machine operator/material handler.
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 Albuquerque, NM, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a machine operator?
Most machine operators have 8 years of professional experience.
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