Machine Operators for hire in San Jose, CA
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 San Jose, CA to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Time Management6%Organizational Skills6%Education level
High school diploma or GED85%Associate's degree7%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years14%6-10 years34%Current company
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Jabil
Alcon
Time at current job
Less than a year7%1-2 years27%2-5 years27%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in San Jose, CA: $85,385 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $60,760 – $119,992 yearly
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Machine Operator
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseCDL CNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsAssemblyWarehouse ExperienceMachine Operator
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
CDLGuard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationLoss Prevention QualifiedDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsFront DeskMicrosoft PowerpointPresentation SoftwareCleaningMachine Operator
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
CHHAFirst Aid CertificationHCADriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCPR+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft WordWord ProcessingWord EmbeddingsMachine Operator/Production
Los Gatos, California
Licenses & certifications
Machining ToolsMachine OperationMachining EquipmentCertified Welding InspectorDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class C+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsMechanic ExperienceAnalysis SkillsMachine Operator
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
Scissor Lift CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CServsafe+5 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceFedex Ship ManagerMachine Operator
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
Cash Register OperationsCash RegisterOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourCPRForklift CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsHeavy LiftingBarista ExperienceProductivity SoftwareMolding (Production Process)Injection (Injection Molding)
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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, time management 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 Non-CDL Class C.
What are some job titles related to machine operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machine operators include: COVER LETTER - warehouse supervisor/machine operator/ associate, material handler/machine operator and machine operator/production.
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 San Jose, CA, 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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