Top 71 Entry level operator Jobs in Virginia Beach, Va

Machine Operator - Paid Training!
Paradigm Inc. —Virginia Beach, VA
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Heavy Capacity Forklift Operator (35K) – Rigging Experience
Givens —Chesapeake, VA
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Warehouse
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TEMPORARY ASSEMBLY OPERATOR I 1st shift 6:00am-2:30pm M-F
TE Connectivity —Hampton, VA
- $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
13d
Equipment Operator I
City of Chesapeake —Chesapeake, VA
- $45,852 - $66,876 a year
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
13d
Receptionist/Telephone Operator
Virginia Beach Obstetrics & Gynecology —Virginia Beach, VA
- $17 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Ob/Gyn
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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13d
Police Command Center Operator
The Port of Virginia —Norfolk, VA
- $22.06 an hour
- Background check
- No experience needed
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Police Command Center Operator
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DBA VIRGINIA PORT A —Norfolk, VA
- $22.06 - $23.06 an hour
- Background check
- No experience needed
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Waterworks Operator (Moores Bridges)
City of Norfolk, VA —Norfolk, VA
- $53,654.39 - $64,648.13 a year
- Extended hours
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Cleaning
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Injection Molding Machine Operator
S&S Precision, LLC —Virginia Beach, VA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Overtime
- Assembly
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Continuous improvement
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Simulator Operator I
Fidelity Technology Services LLC —Norfolk, VA
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Ability to climb stairs
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Materials Examiner and Identifier (Forklift Operator) Expeditionary Civilian (EC)
US Defense Logistics Agency —Norfolk, VA
- $26.87 - $31.35 an hour
- Online Application
- Heavy lifting
- Up to 50% travel
- Pass drug screening
6d
Communications Operator (FLEXI)
Chesapeake Regional Medical Center —Chesapeake, VA
- Part-time
- Hospital
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
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MACHINE TOOL OPERATOR
US United States Fleet Forces Command —Portsmouth, VA
- $31.59 - $36.86 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Travel
- Military encouraged
Equipment Operator
Sims Limited —Chesapeake, VA
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
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Printing Press Operator - 2nd shift
Multi-Color Corporation —Chesapeake, VA
- $22 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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4d
Machine Operator I
Verano —Portsmouth, VA
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Warehouse
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Equipment Operator III (Streets, Drainage, Stormwater)
City of Chesapeake —Chesapeake, VA
- $46,995 - $73,000 a year
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- CDL A
- Paid training
- Health insurance
13d
Thermal Spray Technician - Trainee
Thermal Spray Solutions LLC —Chesapeake, VA
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Full-Time Switchboard Operator (9:00 AM–5:00 PM)
Innovation At Work Inc —Hampton, VA
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
Flexo Press Operator - 2nd Shift
Multi-Color Corporation —Chesapeake, VA
- $22 - $34 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Machine Operator - Paid Training!

Paradigm Inc. -
Virginia Beach, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$18 - $22 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Forklift Certification
Machine setup
Equipment safety procedures
Equipment setup (production tasks)
Maintaining an organized workspace
System troubleshooting
Robotic systems
Packing
Machine operation
Machine cleaning
Forklift
Industrial equipment troubleshooting
High school diploma or GED
Manufacturing standard operating procedures
Manufacturing facility experience
Corrective maintenance
Paper binding
Packaging
Print quality checks
Document binding
Quality control problem-solving
Collaboration with manufacturing teams
Factory process monitoring
Quality assurance experience within manufacturing
Clean workspace maintenance
Visual inspection for quality control
Production records
Manufacturing company experience
Mechanical troubleshooting
Entry level

Full Job Description

Multiple Openings | Full-Time | Virginia Beach, VA

8am-430pm or 330pm-12am

Build Products That Celebrate Life’s Biggest Achievements

Paradigm is growing, and we are hiring Machine Operators for multiple departments.

Depending on the position, you may work with specialized equipment used to:

Print high-quality diplomas and certificates
Manufacture diploma covers
Prepare and package credentials for delivery to students and graduates

These are hands-on opportunities for dependable, detail-oriented individuals who enjoy working with machinery, solving problems, and seeing the results of their work.

Machine operation or manufacturing experience is helpful, but we also welcome mechanically inclined candidates who are eager to learn and build a career with a stable, established company.

For more than 35 years, Paradigm has helped colleges and universities issue credentials that recognize some of life’s most important accomplishments. Join the team behind the diplomas and certificates received by students and graduates around the world.

Why Join Paradigm?

Consistent, full-time weekday schedule
Hands-on training and opportunities to learn new skills
Opportunities for growth and advancement
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
Retirement plan with company matching for eligible employees
Paid sick leave, annual leave, and holidays for eligible employees
Stable work with an established Virginia Beach company
Supportive, team-oriented manufacturing environment
Work that helps recognize the accomplishments of students and graduates around the world

What You’ll Do

Safely set up, operate, monitor, and shut down one or more production machines that could include print presses, HMI-controlled robotic binding equipment, industrial bookbinding machines, and/or document fulfillment machines.
Load, prepare, and verify materials, stock, supplies, and work orders before production begins.
Monitor each production run for accuracy, consistency, and product quality.
Identify machine or production issues and assist with troubleshooting and minor repairs.
Perform routine cleaning and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
Investigate production discrepancies and work with team members to resolve issues quickly.
Accurately record material usage, completed production quantities, and other required information.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
Support other production activities as needed to help the department meet daily goals.

What Will Help You Succeed

Strong mechanical aptitude and an interest in learning how industrial machinery works.
Good problem-solving skills and the ability to recognize when something is not operating correctly.
Strong attention to detail and pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.
Dependability and consistent, timely attendance.
Ability to follow written instructions, production procedures, and safety requirements.
Ability to stay focused while performing repetitive or detail-oriented work.
Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team.
Willingness to learn new machines, processes, and internal systems.
Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and meet established production goals.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Manufacturing, machine operation, bindery, presswork, production, maintenance, or quality assurance experience is preferred but not required.
Forklift certification is helpful but not required.
Reliable transportation to and from our Virginia Beach facility.

We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not have experience with every type of equipment listed. Candidates with transferable mechanical, production, warehouse, automotive, construction, or equipment-operation experience may also be a strong fit.

Physical Requirements

This is an active manufacturing position. Team members must be able to:

Stand and work at production equipment for extended periods.
Regularly push, pull, lift, and carry materials or work in progress weighing approximately 35–50 pounds.
Frequently walk, bend, reach, kneel, and move throughout production and storage areas.
Safely use carts, step stools, and rolling ladders when accessing materials.
Perform precise hand movements requiring hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and fine motor control.
Maintain sufficient visual focus, with or without corrective lenses, to inspect materials and completed products.
Work safely in an open manufacturing and warehouse environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be available to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Compensation and Benefits

Paradigm offers:

$18.00 - $22.00 / hour starting range depending on applicable experience.
Opportunities to learn additional equipment and advance within the department
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable eligibility requirements
Retirement plan with company matching, subject to applicable eligibility requirements
Paid sick leave and annual leave, subject to applicable eligibility requirements
Paid holidays, subject to applicable eligibility requirements

About Paradigm

For more than 35 years, Paradigm has been redefining how academic institutions issue and protect credentials.

Colleges, universities, and other educational institutions trust Paradigm for exceptional quality, security, service, and innovation. Our manufacturing teams play an important role in that mission by producing diploma covers that protect and present credentials representing years of hard work and achievement.

Today, Paradigm serves nearly 1,000 institutions worldwide. We combine advanced technology with skilled craftsmanship to deliver products that graduates and institutions are proud to receive.

Join Our Team

We are looking for dependable, motivated individuals who take pride in their work, enjoy learning, and want to contribute to a supportive manufacturing team.

Whether you have previous machine-operation experience or strong mechanical abilities you would like to develop, we encourage you to apply.

Multiple positions are currently available. Apply today to be considered for our Manufacturing Machine Operator team.

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entry level operator jobs in virginia beach, va

Machine Operator - Paid Training!

Heavy Capacity Forklift Operator (35K) – Rigging Experience

TEMPORARY ASSEMBLY OPERATOR I 1st shift 6:00am-2:30pm M-F

Equipment Operator I

Receptionist/Telephone Operator

Police Command Center Operator

Police Command Center Operator

Waterworks Operator (Moores Bridges)

Injection Molding Machine Operator

Simulator Operator I

Materials Examiner and Identifier (Forklift Operator) Expeditionary Civilian (EC)

Communications Operator (FLEXI)

MACHINE TOOL OPERATOR

Equipment Operator

Printing Press Operator - 2nd shift

Machine Operator I

Equipment Operator III (Streets, Drainage, Stormwater)

Thermal Spray Technician - Trainee

Full-Time Switchboard Operator (9:00 AM–5:00 PM)

Flexo Press Operator - 2nd Shift

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