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Entry level machine operator salary in United States (Updated 2026)
How much does an Entry Level Machine Operator make in the United States?
Average base salary
$18.67
- Hour
- Year
Average $18.67
Low $14.62
High $23.85
The average salary for a entry level machine operator is $18.67 per hour in the United States. 1.1k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 22, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Entry Level Machine Operator in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.CITY OF STOCKTON
$72,083per year
Waters
$70,720per year
Phillips 66
$66,929per year
Mitsuoka & Company
$65,520per year
Dart Container
$62,400per year
Rocket Lab USA
$62,400per year
