Manufacturing Operator Jobs in Georgia
Manufacturing Operator jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, concentrated in automotive assembly, food and beverage processing, and chemical manufacturing, with openings ranging from entry-level line positions to senior process technician roles. The heaviest hiring is in metro Atlanta, Savannah, and Columbus, where employers like Kia Georgia, Gulfstream Aerospace, and Procter and Gamble maintain large production workforces. The most consistently sought specialties include CNC machine operation, quality control inspection, and forklift-certified material handling. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Supports production operations by setting up workstations with required products and packaging materials. Rotates through tasks (for example, operating bagger and debagger stations, setting up and operating label machines while monitoring barcoding systems, overseeing tray packaging machines). Completes changeovers safely and efficiently. Visually monitors conveyor lines for damaged bottles. Oversees tray pack machines and completes changeovers safely and efficiently. Performs quality inspections and verifies sample compliance with specifications. Adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices. Ensures compliance with food safety and quality system requirements. Maintains a clean, sanitary, and safe workspace according to company policies and procedures. Maintains communication with departments, management, and associates, and promptly reports any issues or concerns that could hinder production efficiency. Immediately reports any food safety or quality issues to management. Applies a continuous improvement mindset to identify opportunities for process enhancement. Records production and/or quality data. Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy; and applying these in executing business processes and practices. Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback. Respect the Individual: Embraces differences in people, cultures, ideas, and experiences; creates a workplace where associates feel seen, supported and connected through a culture of belonging; creates opportunities for all associates to thrive and perform; helps to attract the best talent. Respect the Individual: Works as a team; builds strong and trusting relationships; communicates with impact, energy, and positivity to motivate and influence. Respect the Individual: Strengthens the team by helping, developing and mentoring others; recognizes others’ contributions and accomplishments. Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance, models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; supports Walmart’s goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates, customers, members, and the world around us. Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, fair, and transparent. Serve our Customers and Members: Delivers results while putting the customer first. Serve our Customers and Members: Makes decisions based reliable information; balances short- and long-term priorities; and considers how own work impacts the team’s ability to deliver on our purpose for all stakeholders. Strive for Excellence: Displays curiosity and a desire to learn; takes calculated risks; and demonstrates courage and resilience. Strive for Excellence: Drives continuous improvements; is open to and uses new technologies? and skills; and supports others through change. At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The hourly wage range for this position is $20.80 - $26.10* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.
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Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.Primary Location...
5200 Inner Perimeter Rd, Valdosta, GA 31604-0000, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.Position Summary...
What you'll do...
Supports production operations by setting up workstations with required products and packaging materials. Rotates through tasks (for example, operating bagger and debagger stations, setting up and operating label machines while monitoring barcoding systems, overseeing tray packaging machines). Completes changeovers safely and efficiently. Visually monitors conveyor lines for damaged bottles. Oversees tray pack machines and completes changeovers safely and efficiently. Performs quality inspections and verifies sample compliance with specifications. Adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices. Ensures compliance with food safety and quality system requirements. Maintains a clean, sanitary, and safe workspace according to company policies and procedures. Maintains communication with departments, management, and associates, and promptly reports any issues or concerns that could hinder production efficiency. Immediately reports any food safety or quality issues to management. Applies a continuous improvement mindset to identify opportunities for process enhancement. Records production and/or quality data. Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy; and applying these in executing business processes and practices. Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback. Respect the Individual: Embraces differences in people, cultures, ideas, and experiences; creates a workplace where associates feel seen, supported and connected through a culture of belonging; creates opportunities for all associates to thrive and perform; helps to attract the best talent. Respect the Individual: Works as a team; builds strong and trusting relationships; communicates with impact, energy, and positivity to motivate and influence. Respect the Individual: Strengthens the team by helping, developing and mentoring others; recognizes others’ contributions and accomplishments. Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance, models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; supports Walmart’s goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates, customers, members, and the world around us. Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, fair, and transparent. Serve our Customers and Members: Delivers results while putting the customer first. Serve our Customers and Members: Makes decisions based reliable information; balances short- and long-term priorities; and considers how own work impacts the team’s ability to deliver on our purpose for all stakeholders. Strive for Excellence: Displays curiosity and a desire to learn; takes calculated risks; and demonstrates courage and resilience. Strive for Excellence: Drives continuous improvements; is open to and uses new technologies? and skills; and supports others through change. At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The hourly wage range for this position is $20.80 - $26.10* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.
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Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.Primary Location...
5200 Inner Perimeter Rd, Valdosta, GA 31604-0000, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.See All 13 Manufacturing Operator Jobs in Georgia
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What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing operator jobs across Georgia.
- High school diploma or GED required by most Georgia manufacturing employers
- Prior experience operating production machinery or assembly line equipment preferred
- Ability to read and follow standard operating procedures and work instructions
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one within 90 days of hire
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma practices a plus
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
Manufacturing Operator Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a manufacturing operator in Georgia?
Most manufacturing operator positions in Georgia require a high school diploma or GED and on-the-job training provided by the employer. Georgia does not require a state-issued license specifically for manufacturing operators, but technical certificates from Georgia Technical College System programs in industrial technology or mechatronics give candidates a clear advantage. OSHA safety credentials and forklift certifications are commonly required and can be completed at local technical colleges across the state.
Which companies hire manufacturing operators in Georgia?
Georgia manufacturing operator roles are posted by Walmart, 48forty Solutions, and Advics and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Georgia's deep concentration of automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods plants means large-scale employers regularly recruit operators at multiple experience levels throughout the year.
Which Georgia cities have the most manufacturing operator jobs?
Valdosta, Atlanta, and Tallapoosa have the most manufacturing operator openings in Georgia right now. Metro Atlanta anchors the largest share due to its concentration of automotive suppliers, food processing facilities, and distribution centers, while Savannah's Port of Savannah drives demand from logistics-linked manufacturing, and Columbus benefits from large defense and consumer goods operations in the region.
How can I get hired as a manufacturing operator in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to Georgia's large automotive and food processing plants, which regularly hire operators with no prior experience and train on the job. Employers like Kia Georgia in West Point and Tyson Foods facilities across the state run structured onboarding programs for new hires. Completing an industrial technology certificate at a Georgia Technical College System campus, even a short-term credential, significantly improves your chances. Applying to warehouse associate or production technician aide roles is also a common way to get a foot in the door.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing operator jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to manufacturing operator jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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