Production Worker Jobs in San Diego, CA

A Production Worker in the manufacturing industry operates and maintains equipment in a factory or warehouse and assembles items for further production or distribution. They have responsibilities such as loading raw materials into the production machines, checking products for quality on the production line, and packaging finished products. They may also be responsible for ensuring that the production line is running smoothly and efficiently, organizing and cleaning the production area, and adhering to all safety regulations. They may also be involved in maintaining records of production outputs and machine conditions.

Essential skills for a Production Worker include manual dexterity, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, excellent attention to detail, and good physical stamina. They should also be familiar with the operation of industrial equipment and machinery, and they should have good problem-solving and communication skills. In terms of certifications, a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, and some positions may require a certification in a relevant field or specific training in the operation of certain types of machinery. Prior roles that could lead to a position as a Production Worker might include Warehouse Associate, Assembly Line Worker, or Machine Operator.

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Assemblies, deburr, insert installation- HASS CNC Mill operator

  • Chula Vista, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Looking for people for two departments: ASSEMBLY DEPARTMENT: Good with hands for assembly, good eyesight, self-motivated, focused, attention to details, good judgement, reliable attendance and...

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Process Operator - $19-$23/hr - Full Time

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 hours ago

NOW HIRING: Process Operators - Mira Mesa Pay: $19-$23/hour DOE Schedule: Full-Time We are looking for a detail-oriented Process Operator to join a growing electronics manufacturing company in San...

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Machinist III

  • General Atomics
  • San Diego, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 17 hours ago

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as...

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Tool and Cutter Grinder-1

  • Solar Turbines Incorporated
  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Career Area: Operations Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also...

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Equipment Machine Operator

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Transducer Assembler - 2nd Shift

  • Teledyne Technologies
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace...

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Immediate Hiring- Medical Assemblers - $19/HR

  • Aerotek
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Experience with line clearances, machine operation, quality assurance, packaging, inspection, and computer operation. Familiarity with GMP, GLP, FDA, and ISO standards....

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Immediate Hiring- Entry Level- Production Worker

  • Aerotek
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

This role involves assembling products on a production line, performing basic inspections, and following standard operating procedures to ensure quality and efficiency....

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Urgent Hiring- Machine Operators For $19/Hr

  • Aerotek
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Urgent Hiring- Mac hine Operators Location: Kearny Mesa San Diego, CA 92123 Process Tech - 1st shift - 7am to 3:30pm- $18.00/hour, Monday - Friday, 8 hours/day Long-term, Contract-to-hire Job...

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Immediate Hiring- Manufacturing Associate

  • Aerotek
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Hiring-: Manufacturing Associate - 1st Shift, 5am Starting! Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Associate to join our production team in a clean, safety-focused environment....

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Immediate Hiring- Mechanical Assemblers ($22/HR-$24/HR)

  • Aerotek
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Hiring Now-: Mechanical Assemblers Key Responsibilities Assemble, modify, rework, and reassemble components by following blueprints, work orders, process documentation, and verbal instructions....

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Immediate Hiring Cleanroom Production Workers

  • Aerotek
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

NOW HIRING - Production Workers for Diagnostic Company!...

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EDM Machinist

  • ADVANCED ENGINEERING AND EDM, INC.
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago

MACHINIST EDM Machinist Advanced Engineering & EDM, Inc., Poway, CA. F/T, on-site. Sal: $65,000/year. Req's 3 yrs. exp. opr. Wire EDM & HP EDM machines in a precision mfg. envir. Must have EDM...

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Onsite Services Operations Specialist - San Diego

  • Avantor
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

The Opportunity: In this role, you will report to the Supervisor of Operation Specialist and will work closely with the Avantors Lab and Production Services professionals to serve our customers by...

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Manufacturing Associate 2

  • Singular Genomics Systems
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description ABOUT SINGULAR GENOMICS Singular Genomics is inventing at the forefront of genomics, one of the world's fastest-growing industries. The commercially available...

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Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Master's Degree
6.3%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Workers in San Diego, CA
None
41.5%
Less than 1 year
22.5%
2-4 years
21.2%
4-6 years
7.6%
1-2 years
7.2%



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