Entry Level Machine Operator Jobs
New grad machine operator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on training, vocational coursework, or even a completed internship can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, and Medical Devices, with employers like ALPLA, Hubbell, and Munters hiring at this level now.
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Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
**Job title: **CNC Machine Operator
Location:Onsite
Shift: 1st Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, OT and Weekends
Pay Range: Up to $21.71/hr. Guaranteed increase after 3 months.
Perfect attendance bonus up to 2 additional days off and $1000.00
About Us
Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet itoperateswith the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids,gasses, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe,we’redriving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.
Job Overview:
The Machine Operator willset up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts. Applies knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, and machining procedures.Construct, assemble, or rebuild machines, such as blowers, pumps, boosters, and similar equipment used in such industries as transportation, manufacturing or wastewater treatment.
Responsibilities:
Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
1+ years ofexperience in a manufacturing environment
Core Competencies:
Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, and maintenance.
Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic and algebra.
Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Troubleshooting - Determining causes ofoperatingerrors and deciding what to do about it.
Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment
Preferences:
2+years’ assembly and or CNC machining
Ability to read blueprints, including geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
Ability todetermineand complete offsets through basic mathematics.While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required towalk and stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements?
- Fully site based
What we Offer?
At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.
Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.
You should be proficient in:
- G-Code
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
**Job title: **CNC Machine Operator
Location:Onsite
Shift: 1st Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, OT and Weekends
Pay Range: Up to $21.71/hr. Guaranteed increase after 3 months.
Perfect attendance bonus up to 2 additional days off and $1000.00
About Us
Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet itoperateswith the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids,gasses, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe,we’redriving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.
Job Overview:
The Machine Operator willset up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts. Applies knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, and machining procedures.Construct, assemble, or rebuild machines, such as blowers, pumps, boosters, and similar equipment used in such industries as transportation, manufacturing or wastewater treatment.
Responsibilities:
Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
1+ years ofexperience in a manufacturing environment
Core Competencies:
Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, and maintenance.
Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic and algebra.
Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Troubleshooting - Determining causes ofoperatingerrors and deciding what to do about it.
Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment
Preferences:
2+years’ assembly and or CNC machining
Ability to read blueprints, including geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
Ability todetermineand complete offsets through basic mathematics.While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required towalk and stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements?
- Fully site based
What we Offer?
At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.
Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.
You should be proficient in:
- G-Code
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
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Entry Level Machine Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level machine operator job?
Entry level machine operator employers typically look for a high school diploma or equivalent, comfort working with machinery, and a willingness to follow safety protocols. Candidates with vocational training, a completed shop-class curriculum, or even a brief production internship stand out at this stage. Reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work a consistent shift schedule matter as much as any technical credential when you're starting out.
Which companies hire entry level machine operators?
Companies hiring entry level machine operators right now include ALPLA, Hubbell, and Munters, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, you'll find openings across a mix of large manufacturers, regional production facilities, and staffing agencies that place candidates directly into plant-floor roles.
Are there remote entry level machine operator jobs?
Yes, though most machine operator roles are hands-on and on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level machine operator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be quality-control review, data entry, or production scheduling positions tied to manufacturing environments rather than traditional floor-operator roles.
Are these new grad machine operator jobs?
Yes, many of the listings on this page are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no prior experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically states that it accepts zero to two years of experience, values vocational or technical coursework, and may offer on-the-job training, making it a realistic first step for anyone entering production or manufacturing work.
Which industries hire the most entry level machine operators?
Entry Level machine operator roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because high production volume, equipment turnover, and ongoing expansion mean employers regularly onboard and train new operators rather than requiring candidates to arrive fully experienced.