Production Worker Jobs in Connecticut

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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3rd Shift Production Operator

  • Meriden, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Meriden, CT
  • 5 days ago

Assisting in change over and setup on production line and equipment. Assisting other department members as needed to ensure safety and maximize output....

Production Worker

  • Waterbury, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT
  • 11 days ago

to add a skilled production worker to our Trio Community Meals team in Waterbury, CT....

Machine Operator

  • Deep River, CT
  • 2 hours ago
  • Deep River, CT
  • 2 hours ago

Machine Operators/Packers needed in Deep River, CT for Plastics Manufacturing Facility! Starting Pay: $18.63/hr. + based on experience. 1 st Shift 7:30am to 4pm 2 nd shift 3:30pm to 12am 3 rd...

Production Worker

  • Shelton, CT
  • 5 hours ago
  • Shelton, CT
  • 5 hours ago

Operation Tool Changes Inspecting Loading Materials Fitting Assembly Line Work Assembly Line Team Work Hand Tools Packaging Feeding Machines Troubleshooting Machines Qualifications Years of experience...

Machine Operator

  • Southington, CT
  • 5 hours ago
  • Southington, CT
  • 5 hours ago

Are you motivated to hit production goals? We are looking for Machine Operators who want to turn their hard work into money. The right candidate will be a self-starter who can catch on quickly and...

Aircraft Mechanic I - Machinist

  • Groton, CT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Groton, CT
  • 9 hours ago

Yulista Contract Services LLC Regular Primary Function The Aircraft Mechanic I inspects, repairs, replaces, and rebuilds components such as flight controls, plumbing and hydraulic units, aircraft...

Service Mechanic-Plant Operator

  • New Milford, CT
  • 12 hours ago
  • New Milford, CT
  • 12 hours ago

Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations - Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess...

Production Maintenance Machinist - 3rd Shift (Onsite)

  • Middletown, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, CT
  • 1 day ago

Perform bench, assembly and surface finishing operations such as deburring, blending, trimming and fitting, using a variety of hand and power tools....

SMT Operator

  • Brookfield, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookfield, CT
  • 1 day ago

Nesco Resource is looking for an SMT Operator located in Brookfield, CT. This is a temp to perm opportunity for the right candidate. Shift: Monday-Friday 7AM-3:30PM Pay: Starts at $17/Hour,...

Machinist

  • Hartford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 1 day ago

Description Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Hartford, CT. These are mainly first shift...

Equipment Operator

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 1 day ago

Description Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Bridgeport, CT. Most positions are first shift with a...

CMM Programmer / Operator

  • Manchester, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 2 days ago

CMM Programmer / Operator ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION PCX Aerosystems is a premier supplier of flight-critical mechanical systems and structures to leading aerospace OEMs and the US Government. With...

Downstream Manufacturing Associate I, 2nd Shift (Contract)

  • Milford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 2 days ago

Advancing medicine to save lives. Together. Thanks to many decades of experience and our passion for what we do, we make an essential contribution to the global availability of biopharmaceuticals,...

Manufacturing Associate I, Buffer & Media Prep (Contract)

  • Milford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 2 days ago

Advancing medicine to save lives. Together. Thanks to many decades of experience and our passion for what we do, we make an essential contribution to the global availability of biopharmaceuticals,...

Machine Operator

  • Essex, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Essex, CT
  • 2 days ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications Previous experience in machine operation, preferably in manufacturing or assembly environments....

Demographic Data for Connecticut

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Production Worker positions.



Highest Education Level

Production Workers in Connecticut offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.8%
Bachelor's Degree
18.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.8%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
6.2%
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 Connecticut
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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