Machine operators are skilled professionals. You have diverse experience working with a variety of equipment and machines in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Your main responsibility is to ensure all equipment is working properly. If there are issues, you will need to troubleshoot and repair the equipment as needed. You could work independently or in teams depending on the size and scope of the machinery.
Machine operators work under intense conditions. You work in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Most roles are shift based, and sometimes require you to work up to 12 hours at a time. Schedules often include evening, night, and weekend shifts. Some overtime is common. You will work in coordination with a warehouse or operations manager.
With a number of years of experience and expert knowledge of machine operations, you can move into other more senior roles such as machine set up and machine technician. As technology becomes more of a factor, new roles in machining related to computer programming is another opportunity to consider.
Experienced machine operators in Mississauga can make about $44,000 per year, or up to $24 per hour. On average, you can expect to make about $21 per hour. Here’s a breakdown of salary based on your level of experience.
annual: $43,680
monthly: $3,360
weekly: $840
hourly: $21
lowest salary: $17.40 per hour
average salary: $21 per hour
highest salary: $24 per hour
junior salary: $17.40-$20.60 per hour
intermediate salary: $19-$22.60 per hour
senior salary: $20-$24 per hour
As a machine operator, your main responsibility is to ensure your piece of equipment is operating as it should. You need to monitor performance, make adjustments as required, and ensure a safe work environment. Your responsibilities include:
The vast majority of machine operators work in production or manufacturing. You can work on a variety of different types of machinery for smaller companies or large enterprises. The Mississauga area in particular offers a good number of opportunities.
Machine operators require extensive knowledge, skills and training to properly operate equipment. To be a dependable and productive machine operator, you will requires these skills:
All machine operator jobs require you to have a high school diploma at a minimum. Some college, technical training, an apprenticeship or certification is preferred. Experience and success in previous roles is highly sought after by employers.