Machine Operators for hire in Minneapolis, MN

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 Minneapolis, MN to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    9,290

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills8%
    Organizational Skills7%
    Leadership5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED74%
    Associate's degree12%
    Bachelor's degree9%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years70%
    6-10 years30%
  • Current company

    International Paper
    Boston scientific
    Medtronic
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years50%
    1-2 years33%
    Less than a year17%

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Last updated: Oct 18, 2026

Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Minneapolis, MN: $75,890 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $61,863 – $93,098 yearly

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  • Certified Machine Operator

    Saint Paul, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    Air Conditioning CertificationASE CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingTime ManagementShipping & Receiving
  • Machine Operator

    Bloomington, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    OSHA Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy LiftingFood Service Experience
  • Machine Operator

    Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementShipping & ReceivingPackaging
  • Machine Operator

    Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    OSHA Safety CertificationForklift CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipHeavy LiftingProduct ManagementOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementConstruction Inspection
  • Machine Operator

    Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    Forklift Certification

    Skills

    MachiningManufacturingPackagingAssemblyWarehouse ExperienceLift Truck
  • Machine Operator/Material Handler

    Saint Paul, Minnesota

    Licenses & certifications

    CPIOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Rotational MoldingBudgeting SoftwareMathematical AptitudeHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime Management

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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 73 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 machine operators?

Common licenses or certifications for machine operators include: Forklift Certification, Driver's License 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: certified machine operator 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 Minneapolis, MN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most machine operators have 14 years of professional experience.

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