Machine Operators for hire in Cincinnati, OH
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 Cincinnati, OH to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Leadership8%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED96%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
3-5 years20%6-10 years26%More than 10 years54%Current company
ProAmpac
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Time at current job
Less than 1 year8%1-2 years4%2-5 years75%
Browse Indeed's database of 6,644 profiles for Machine Operators in Cincinnati, OH
Last updated: Jul 23, 2026
Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Cincinnati, OH: $74,506 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $59,820 – $92,796 yearly
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Machine Operator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
J-STD-001 CertificationIPC-610 CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Safe Quality Food CertificationHACCP CertificationSkills
LeadershipAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementProduct ManagementSupervising ExperienceMachine Operator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Bartender LicenseFood Safety CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerAsbestos CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementSkills
Analysis SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHost/Hostess ExperienceBesser machine operator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Certified Quality TechnicianAirframe & Powerplant LicenseScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicensePallet JackNon-CDL Class CSkills
Mechanic ExperienceOhmmeterAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipWarehouse Lead Person / Machine Operator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Fall Protection CertificationDriver's LicenseFire Safety CertificationSafety Training UndergoneFood Handler CertificationSkills
Supervising ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceLeadershipPublic SpeakingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceMathematical AptitudeMachine Operator
Hamilton, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
F EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Safety Training UndergoneSkills
Analysis SkillsLift TruckForkliftPackagingMaterials HandlingPallet JackMachine Operator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareMachine OperationMachining
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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 71 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, leadership 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 OSHA 10.
What are some job titles related to machine operators?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machine operators include: warehouse lead person / machine operator, warehouse worker and besser machine 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 Cincinnati, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a machine operator?
Most machine operators have 12 years of professional experience.
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