Operator I Salary in Columbia, South Carolina

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How much does an Operator I make in Columbia, SC? The average Operator I salary in Columbia, SC is $61,875 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $55,374 and $68,166. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Manufacturing Operator I - Packaging
Tolmar - Windsor , CO
Monday - Friday, 2pm - 10:30pm Purpose and Scope The Manufacturing Operator I - Packaging is responsible for the full set up and safe, clean, efficient and consistent operation of inspection and ...
Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 14 days ago
Machine Operator I -Sign-On Bonus
Ultratec, Inc. - Madison , WI
Advanced Assembly Inc. (AAI), located in University Research Park on the west side of Madison, is looking to add a Machine Operator I position to our well-trained and experienced staff. Advanced ...
Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 12 days ago
Identification Services Operator I
Olgoonik - Arlington , VA
Identification Services Operator I Overview: The Identification Services Operator provides Department of State ID services for Department employees and contractors and other federal government ...
Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 10 days ago
Pipeline Operator I
Lewis Energy Group - Encinal , TX
Overview Lewis Energy Group is looking for a highly motivated Pipeline Operator I to join our midstream team. The Pipeline Operator performs mechanical functions including inspecting, checking ...
LinkedIn - 25 days ago
Production Operator I 2nd Shift (3PM - 3AM)
Flowers Baking Co. San Antonio - San Antonio , TX
Bringing Home the DoughThe production operator I is capable of contributing to assigned area of the team-oriented production process. Included is the operation of automated production equipment ...
Careersinfood.com - 25 days ago
Laser Machine Operator I - NW
Cambro Manufacturing - Northglenn , CO
SUMMARY A Laser Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining laser machinery for cutting precise designs and shapes from stainless steel ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Performs typical laser ...
Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 3 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Operator I in Columbia, SC. The base salary for Operator I ranges from $55,374 to $68,166 with the average base salary of $61,875. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,227 to $73,185 with the average total cash compensation of $64,796.

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About Columbia, South Carolina    One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plai....More

Columbia, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

Operator I Salary in popular cities: Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant

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