Machine Operators for hire in Madison, WI
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 Madison, WI to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills8%Organizational Skills6%Time Management5%Education level
High school diploma or GED89%Bachelor's degree5%Associate's degree3%Years of experience
1-2 years14%3-5 years24%6-10 years24%Current company
CLACK CORPORATIONPlacon
Time at current job
Less than a year35%1-2 years23%2-5 years27%
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Last updated: Sep 8, 2026
Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Madison, WI: $69,775 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $50,148 – $97,082 yearly
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Operator Machine
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Child Development Associate CertificationOTRDriver's LicenseJourneyman LicenseReal Estate LicenseCaregiver Certification+18 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMathematical AptitudeInspector/Packer/assembly/Operator
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Class DOSHA 10Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationFood Handler Certification+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrder PickingMachine Operator
Fitchburg, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceLine Worker
Madison, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingResearchMachine Operator/Assembler
Fitchburg, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Time ManagementLift TruckForkliftRF ScannerAssemblyOrder PickingMachine Operator
Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10OSHASkills
Communication SkillsPreventive MaintenanceMaintenanceSafety Protocol AdherenceSafety Standard Operating ProceduresSafety Protocol Implementation
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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 time management.
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: lead warehouse specialist, machine operator/assembler and blow molding 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 Madison, WI, 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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