Machinists for hire in Columbus, GA

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills8%
    Organizational Skills5%
    Time Management5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED72%
    Associate's degree19%
    Vocational or technical training4%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years60%
    6-10 years30%
    3-5 years10%
  • Current company

    Regal Rexnord Corporation
    Briggs and stratton
    Sierra Pacific Windows
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years56%
    1-2 years22%
    Less than a year11%

Browse Indeed's database of 212 profiles for Machinists in Columbus, GA

Last updated: Oct 17, 2026

Machinist: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Columbus, GA: $108,770 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $76,353 – $154,951 yearly

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  • CNC Machine Operator

    Columbus, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDGuard CardWireman LicenseFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPR

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipManagement
  • CNC Machinist

    Columbus, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    Overhead Crane CertificationDriver's LicenseWeldingForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills
  • Machinist

    Phenix City, Alabama

    Licenses & certifications

    Passenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCPRFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsManagementEHS
  • Maintenance Technician

    Phenix City, Alabama

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Forklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsHi-LoOrganizational Skills
  • CNC Operator

    Columbus, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    EPA CertificationAirframe & Powerplant LicenseCertified Welding InspectorProfessional EngineerDriver's LicenseCDL a+5 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceManagement
  • Tool and Die Technician

    Columbus, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    EPA Type IEPA Type IIDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCDL BSuspension+1 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

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

The average time to fill a machinist role is 89 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: communication skills, organizational skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for machinists?

Common licenses or certifications for machinists include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Non-CDL Class C.

What are some job titles related to machinists?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machinists include: CNC machinist, tool and die technician and CNC programmer/machinist.

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 Columbus, GA, 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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