Machinists for hire in Buffalo, NY

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  • Most popular skills

    CNC6%
    Machining5%
    CNC Machining5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED56%
    Vocational or technical training19%
    Associate's degree19%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year6%
    1-2 years2%
    3-5 years8%
  • Current company

    Viant Medical
    PCB Piezotronics, Inc
    Professional Plastics
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year11%
    1-2 years14%
    2-5 years42%

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Last updated: Sep 9, 2026

Machinist: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Buffalo, NY: $79,761 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $59,477$106,964 yearly

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  • Machinist

    West Seneca, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationPrivate Pilot CertificationCPRPilot LicenseRemote Pilot Certificate

    Skills

    Interpreting Technical DrawingsBlueprint ReadingAssemblyEquipment CalibrationCalibrationQuality Inspection
  • CNC Machinist

    North Tonawanda, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Drilling MachinesDrilling (Cutting Method)DrillsMachine DrillingDrill Presses

    Skills

    CNCCNC MachiningMachiningManufacturingInterpreting Technical DrawingsBlueprint Reading
  • CNC Machinist

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training

    Skills

    Experience Working with Individuals with AutismLeadershipSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills
  • Machinist

    Grand Island, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    OSHA 10CAD CertificationFusion 360CAM Software

    Skills

    CNCCNC MachiningManufacturingMaintenanceMachiningMachine Operation
  • Manual Machinist

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    CNCDriver's LicenseOSHA 10OSHA

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceLeadershipPublic SpeakingTime ManagementCommunication Skills
  • CNC Machine Operator

    Depew, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    CNCMachine OperationMachiningCNC Machining

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceAnalysis SkillsMechanical KnowledgeHand ToolsPower ToolsSchematics

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What's the average time to fill a machinist role?

The average time to fill a machinist role is 91 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do machinists tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a machinist include: CNC, machining and CNC machining.

What licenses or certifications are common for a machinist?

Common licenses or certifications for machinists include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and Forklift Certification.

What are some job titles related to machinists?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machinists include: CNC machinist, CNC operator/machinist and tool room worker.

What level of education is common for a machinist?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a machinist in Buffalo, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a machinist?

Most machinists have 12 years of professional experience.

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