Machine Operator jobs in Ohio

Machine Operator pay in Ohio

The median wage for Machine Operator jobs in Ohio is $18.62 per hour ($38,730 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $20.00/hour, from $15.00 to $35.00. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.

License and requirements

Most warehouse and production jobs need no license or experience: you usually need to be 18+, pass a background check and drug screen, and be able to lift around 50 lb. Forklift jobs require an OSHA forklift certification, which many agencies provide for free.

Agencies hiring for Machine Operator jobs in Ohio

Cities with the most Machine Operator jobs

Cleveland (4), Middlefield (3), Streetsboro (2), Aurora (2), Strongsville (2), Bedford Heights (1), Brooklyn Heights (1), Avon (1), Maple Heights (1), Solon (1), North Ridgeville (1), Chardon (1)

FAQ

How much does a Machine Operator make in Ohio?

The median wage for Machine Operator jobs in Ohio is $18.62 per hour (about $38,730 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Machine Operator jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $20.00 per hour.

How many Machine Operator jobs are open in Ohio?

26 Machine Operator jobs from 1 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.

What license do I need?

Most warehouse and production jobs need no license or experience: you usually need to be 18+, pass a background check and drug screen, and be able to lift around 50 lb. Forklift jobs require an OSHA forklift certification, which many agencies provide for free.