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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Industrial & Warehouse
Detroit, MI

Machine Operator Jobs in Detroit

Temp and flexible machine operator positions in Detroit pay $16.00-$23.14/hr — 7% below the national average, with a cost of living 11% below the U.S. baseline.

$16-$23

Per Hour

$783

Weekly (40hrs)

89

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Detroit

Automotive
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Hospitality

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1050
Groceries$300
Transport$75
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About Machine Operator Jobs in Detroit

Machine Operators in Detroit earn $16.00-$23.14/hr, below the national average.

Machine Operators set up, run, and monitor manufacturing equipment to produce parts and products. They ensure machines run efficiently and products meet quality standards.

Most machine operator positions in Detroit are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Machine Operator Pay: Detroit vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Detroit, MI$16–$23/hr89$1,050
Columbus, OH$16–$23/hr88$1,200
Chicago, IL$17–$28/hr107$1,700
Cincinnati, OH$16–$22/hr84$1,150
Cleveland, OH$16–$21/hr82$1,000
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Machine Operator in Detroit

3x
Manageable
54
Hours to pay rent
34%
Rent / gross income
1,017
Monthly disposable
49% more affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Detroit

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$3,390
Est. taxes (~22%)-$746
Take-home$2,644
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,050
Groceries + transport$375
Remaining$1,219

Based on avg Machine Operator rate of $19.57/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up machines according to specifications
  • Operate and monitor production equipment
  • Perform quality checks on products
  • Troubleshoot minor machine issues
  • Document production data

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Machine operation
Technical aptitude
Quality control
Problem solving
Safety awareness
Requirements
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to read technical documents
  • Previous manufacturing experience preferred

Earnings Calculator for Detroit

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Monthly
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Career Path from Machine Operator

Machine Operator

0-2 years

Senior Operator

2-4 years

Setup Technician

4-6 years

Production Supervisor

6+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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