Production Worker Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

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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Converting Operator - 3rd Shift 10PM-6AM

  • Fort Wayne, IN (3 miles from Fort Wayne, IN)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN (3 miles from Fort Wayne, IN)
  • 5 hours ago

Company Description Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible products and solutions that help...

Mill Machinist - 3rd Shift

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 10 hours ago

3rd Shift 15% Shift Premium New employees are eligible for the following benefits effective date of hire! Earn up to an additional $800 Attendance Quarterly Bonus On-Demand Pay: Access your pay as...

Machine Operator 3

  • Kendallville, IN (22 miles from Fort Wayne, IN)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Kendallville, IN (22 miles from Fort Wayne, IN)
  • 10 hours ago

About Lakeside Book Company Lakeside Book Company is the largest book manufacturer in North America — and we love books. Every title we produce matters, and so does every hand that helps make it....

Position Summary... What you'll do... The Walmart Dairy Plant in Fort Wayne, IN is one of the largest Milk Processing Plants in the United States. We provide our customers with the freshest, high...

(USA) Production Packaging Operator - Dairy (6:30p...

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago

... What you'll do... The Walmart Dairy Plant in Fort Wayne, IN is one of the largest Milk Processing Plants in the United States. We provide our customers with the freshest, high quality milk at...

Landfill Lead Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 4 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Landfill Lead Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at landfill for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading...

Distribution Teammate - Non Equipment Operator

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 4 days ago

At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 50+ facilities across the US and 18,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated...

3rd Machine Operator

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 5 days ago

Hours: 10:45pm-6:15am Pay: $18.00 Duties/Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Sets up machine and area for effective machine operation including, but not limited to, getting material using the forklift...

Machine Operator

  • Yoder, IN (13 miles from Fort Wayne, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Yoder, IN (13 miles from Fort Wayne, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Who We Are: Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine,...

Production Worker - Temporary, Part Time

  • Roanoke, IN (16 miles from Fort Wayne, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Roanoke, IN (16 miles from Fort Wayne, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description The Role Our Production Team Members are dedicated and determined workers. They do important tasks like putting things together, using machines, checking for quality, changing...

Machine Operator

  • New Haven, IN (8 miles from Fort Wayne, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Haven, IN (8 miles from Fort Wayne, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Experience in press machine operations and injection molding. Why Work Here? Join a union environment where employees enjoy great benefits once hired....

1st Shift Equipment Operator

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago

Division OmniSource Responsibilities Operate multiple types of material handling equipment i.e. Dump Truck, Wheel Loader, Skid Steer Loader and Forklift, in a safe and productive manner. Load...

Seasonal Machine Operator - Monday-Thursday 4:00pm-4:00am

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago

Text to apply: work@cpi to 97211 Responsibilities Responsibilities: Manage and monitor production line machinery, conducting routine inspections and maintenance to ensure optimal performance Follow...

Seasonal Manufacturing Assistant- Weekend Days

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago

Overview We are excited to invite seasonal Production Auditors to join our dynamic team here at CPI Card Group! Here are some reasons you will love it here: $500 sign on bonus for seasonal...

Seasonal Machine Operator - Friday-Sunday 4:00am-4:00pm

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities Responsibilities: Manage and monitor production line machinery, conducting routine inspections and maintenance to ensure optimal performance Follow safety protocols to create a secure...

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in Fort Wayne, IN 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 Fort Wayne, IN
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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