Machine Operators for hire in Charleston, WV

Find machine operators who can efficiently operate and maintain various heavy machinery, ensuring safety and precision in tasks like construction, manufacturing or transportation. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Charleston, WV to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    432

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills8%
    Heavy Lifting6%
    Organizational Skills6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED84%
    Associate's degree8%
    Vocational or technical training6%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year2%
    1-2 years10%
    3-5 years16%
  • Current company

    Gestamp
    DIAMOND ELECTRIC
    Gstamp
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year22%
    1-2 years25%
    2-5 years25%

Browse Indeed's database of 432 profiles for Machine Operators in Charleston, WV

Last updated: Aug 29, 2026

Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Charleston, WV: $59,076 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $32,258$108,190 yearly

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  • Self Employed Handyman

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Plumbing LicenseClass DDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Fire SuppressionFirefighting+8 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceHeavy Lifting
  • Press Brake Operator

    Dunbar, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Chauffeur's PermitCDLDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL aForklift Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementMicrosoft ExcelSpreadsheets
  • CNC Machine Operator

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Stick WeldingTIG WeldingWeldingWelders (Tool)MIG WeldingFCAW+21 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceCleaningPallet JackPackingPackagingWelding
  • Production Worker

    Dunbar, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCPRCNAForklift CertificationBLS

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsSalesRetail SalesQuality ControlCulinary Experience
  • Laser Machine Operator

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Forklift CertificationLift TruckForkliftAssemblyManufacturingWarehouse Experience
  • Press Operator

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Welding CertificationServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsWelding

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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, heavy lifting 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 CPR.

What are some job titles related to machine operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machine operators include: machine operator 2, self employed handyman and production worker.

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 Charleston, WV, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a machine operator?

Most machine operators have 15 years of professional experience.

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