Machine Operators for hire in Springfield, MO
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 Springfield, MO to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Organizational Skills7%Communication Skills6%Leadership6%Education level
High school diploma or GED91%Bachelor's degree4%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
Less than a year4%1-2 years8%3-5 years6%Current company
3M
Timken
smc
Time at current job
Less than a year17%1-2 years33%2-5 years25%
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Last updated: Sep 7, 2026
Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Springfield, MO: $70,476 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $52,571 – $94,479 yearly
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Machine Operator
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CServsafeMotorcycle LicenseForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceLeadershipAssemblyMicrosoft ExcelSpreadsheetsMachine OperationMachine Operator/Assembler
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationConfined Space CertificationPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Class E+9 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsProduct ManagementSupervising ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy Equipment Operator
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
OC CertificationAEDPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)First Aid CertificationPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) UseDriver's License+6 moreSkills
Industrial Mechanic ExperiencePublic SpeakingSurveillance EquipmentSurveillance MonitoringCCTV System Operation (AV)CCTVMachine Operator/Material Handler
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementTanker EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementClass E+8 moreSkills
Personal Assistant ExperienceSupervising ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsTime ManagementLaser Operator
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL aForklift CertificationSkills
Lift TruckForkliftHi-LoMachine OperationMachiningQuality ControlMixer Operator
Springfield, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Scissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationPlastics Blow MoldingPallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsProduct ManagementOrganizational 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 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: organizational skills, communication 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: mixer operator, laser 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 Springfield, MO, 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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