Production Worker Jobs in Manchester, IA

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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General Production Worker

  • Independence, IA (22 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Independence, IA (22 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Join our team as a General Production Worker and take on a variety of essential tasksfrom operating forklifts and grinding corn cobs to loading totes and running machinery....

Assembly Operator Assembly Operator

  • Manchester, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Manchester, IA
  • 3 days ago

Our client, a leading manufacturer of custom heavy haul trailers, is seeking a Final Assembly Operator to join their team. As a Final Assembly Operator, you will be part of the production team...

Assembly Operator

  • Troy Mills, IA (18 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Troy Mills, IA (18 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 10 days ago

Our client, a leading manufacturer of custom heavy haul trailers, is seeking a Final Assembly Operator to join their team. As a Final Assembly Operator, you will be part of the production team...

Production Worker Helper

  • Dyersville, IA (15 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dyersville, IA (15 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 10 days ago

Lumber Specialties US-LBM LLC located at 1700 Beltline Road Dyersville, IA, 52040, ... is seeking 14 temporary full-time Production Worker Helpers to work at 1700 Beltline Road Dyersville, IA 52040,...

Production Operator

  • Manchester, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Manchester, IA
  • 10 days ago

Overview** Stryten Energy in Manchester, IA is currently looking for qualified candidates to fill Production Operator positions in our production departments. Successful candidates must have...

Production Worker

  • Manchester, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Manchester, IA
  • 10 days ago

Our client, a leading manufacturer in the heavy haul trailer industry, is seeking a Production Worker to join their team....

Fabrication Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Manchester, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Manchester, IA
  • 10 days ago

1086 S 3rd St, Manchester, IA 52057, USA | Hourly | 22.00 per hour with a shift premium $2.00 - $4.00 | Full Time Position: Fabrication Machine Operator - 2nd shift Job Location: Manchester, Iowa...

Assembly Operator

  • Manchester, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Manchester, IA
  • 13 days ago

Our client, a leading manufacturer of custom heavy haul trailers, is seeking a Final Assembly Operator to join their team. As a Final Assembly Operator, you will be part of the production team...

Machine Operator

  • Monticello, IA (23 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Monticello, IA (23 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 13 days ago

Machine Operator Cornerstone Building Brands $19 life insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Iowa, Monticello 101 West South Street (Show on map) Jun 14, 2025 Job...

Machine Operator

  • Dyersville, IA (15 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Dyersville, IA (15 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 17 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Operate a variety of equipment including CNC machines, jigs, fixtures, drill presses, saws, tube benders, punch presses, robotic welders, grinders, shears, belt sanders, milling...

Laser Operator

  • Dyersville, IA (15 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Dyersville, IA (15 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 25 days ago

A growing manufacturing company in Dyersville is seeking a detail-oriented Laser Operator to join their team. This individual will be responsible for programming, setting up, and operating laser...

Machine Operator 2nd Shift

  • Monticello, IA (23 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Monticello, IA (23 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description Job Description JOB DETAILS Base pay starts at $19.50 per hour plus $1.00 per hour shift differential 2nd Shift: 3:15 pm - 1:45am DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Set up and operate...

Machine Operator 4 2Nd Shift

  • Dyersville, IA (15 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dyersville, IA (15 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

One year of machine operation preferred Must be able to program all of the machines listed above....

Machine Operator 3 1St Shift Beam

  • Dyersville, IA (15 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dyersville, IA (15 miles from Manchester, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

This is safety sensitive position because this individual could be operating forklifts or combi's, operating CNC machines, jigs, fixtures, tube benders, drill presses, saws, punch press, grinders, belt...

Machine Operator - Night Shift

  • Manchester, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Manchester, IA
  • 60+ days ago

Join Henderson Products Inc., located in Manchester, IA! We are the North American leader in the design, manufacture and up fit of multi-purpose equipment for heavy-duty work trucks specializing...

Demographic Data for Manchester, IA

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in Manchester, IA

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in Manchester, IA 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 Manchester, IA
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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