Machine Operators for hire in Columbus, GA
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 Columbus, GA to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Organizational Skills7%Leadership6%Education level
High school diploma or GED79%Associate's degree7%Vocational or technical training7%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years28%6-10 years22%Current company
Aludyne
Columbus foundryDscTime at current job
Less than a year9%1-2 years26%2-5 years43%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbus, GA: $59,172 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $48,076 – $72,828 yearly
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Machine Operator 2
Phenix City, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseCCNAElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementMachine Operator/Assembler
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicensePERC CardAED+10 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementMechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceAssemblyHousekeeping AssistanceMachine Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Water Damage Restoration Technician Certification (WRT)Certified Welding InspectorDriver's LicenseWater CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Industrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsInjection Molding Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
EMT CertificationDriver's LicenseEMT-BForklift CertificationEMT LicensePallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsAssemblyInventory ControlMachine Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCertified Medical AssistantCPRCCMA Certification+2 moreSkills
LeadershipTypingComputer OperationComputer LiteracySchedule ManagementFood ProductionTool and Die Technician
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
EPA Type IASE A8 Engine Performance CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCDL BSuspension+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational Skills
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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, organizational skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for a machine operator?
Common licenses or certifications for machine operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Pallet Jack Certification.
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, forklift operator and tool and die technician.
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 Columbus, GA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a machine operator?
Most machine operators have 19 years of professional experience.
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