Senior Machine Operator Salaries
How much does a Senior Machine Operator make?
Total pay range
$44K - $63K/yr
$52K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$39K - $54K/yrBase pay
$5K - $9K/yrAdditional pay
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Top paying industries
The top 4 paying industries for a Senior Machine Operator in United States are Media & Communication with a median total pay of $48,096, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $48,077, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $44,605 and Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $41,165.
The top paying company in Media & Communication for Senior Machine Operator is Quad.
The top paying company in Manufacturing for Senior Machine Operator is Carlisle Construction Materials.
The top paying company in Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology for Senior Machine Operator is Cue.
The top paying company in Human Resources & Staffing for Senior Machine Operator is Halpin Staffing Services.
Media & Communication
$48,096
Media & Communication
The top paying company in Media & Communication for Senior Machine Operator is Quad.
Manufacturing
$48,077
Media & Communication
The top paying company in Media & Communication for Senior Machine Operator is Quad.
Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology
$44,605
Media & Communication
The top paying company in Media & Communication for Senior Machine Operator is Quad.
Human Resources & Staffing
$41,165
Media & Communication
The top paying company in Media & Communication for Senior Machine Operator is Quad.
Recent salaries shared by Senior Machine Operator
45 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Senior Machine Operator
15+ years
$56K/yr
$56K • $0
Greenwood, SC
submitted on Mar 30, 2025
$56K/yr
$56K • $0
Senior Machine Operator
7-9 years
$38K - $45K/yr
Augusta, KY
submitted on Mar 4, 2025
$38K - $45K/yr
Senior Machine Operator
10-14 years
$29K/yr
$29K • $0
New Lexington, OH
submitted on Oct 8, 2024
$29K/yr
$29K • $0
Senior Machine Operator
15+ years
$72K/yr
$72K • $0
Claremont, NC
submitted on Aug 27, 2024
$72K/yr
$72K • $0
Senior Machine Operator
4-6 years
$46K - $54K/yr
Anaheim, CA
submitted on Jul 11, 2024
$46K - $54K/yr
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Senior Machine Operator
10-14 years
$40K/yr
$38K • $2K
Knoxville, TN
submitted on Jun 28, 2024
$40K/yr
$38K • $2K
Senior Machine Operator
4-6 years
$35K/yr
$35K • $0
Arlington, TX
submitted on Jun 1, 2024
$35K/yr
$35K • $0
Senior Machine Operator
10-14 years
$51K/yr
$49K • $2K
Lakewood, CO
submitted on Feb 28, 2024
$51K/yr
$49K • $2K
Senior Machine Operator
7-9 years
$50K/yr
$50K • $0
Salem, VA
submitted on Nov 25, 2023
$50K/yr
$50K • $0
Senior Machine Operator
4-6 years
$39K/yr
$39K • $0
Greenwood, SC
submitted on Nov 15, 2023
$39K/yr
$39K • $0
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Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
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Frequently asked questions about Senior Machine Operator salaries
How much does a Senior Machine Operator in United States make?
The average salary for a Senior Machine Operator is $52,468 per year or $25 per hour in United States, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $73,740 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in United States is between $44,195 (25th percentile) and $62,840 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 153 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Machine Operator employees in United States as of June 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Senior Machine Operator in United States?
The highest salary for a Senior Machine Operator in United States is $62,840 per year, $5,237 per month or $30 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Senior Machine Operator in United States?
The lowest salary for a Senior Machine Operator in United States is $44,195 per year, $3,683 per month or $21 per hour.
What is the salary trajectory of a Senior Machine Operator?
The salary trajectory of a Senior Machine Operator ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $49,314 per year (estimate) and goes up to $52,468 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.