Production Worker Jobs in Alexandria, LA

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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Telecommunications Equipment Operator

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 2 days ago

This position is located in the Business Office and initiates and accomplishes a variety of complex communications duties such as monitoring and directing communications.To qualify for this...

Vat Loader Operator (Heavy Equipment Operator)

  • Pollock, LA (22 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Pollock, LA (22 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 13 days ago

Hunt Forest Products in Pollock, LA is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operators. This full-time position is just the start to a vast and long-term career in wood manufacturing. Hunt Forest...

Production Worker

  • Pineville, LA (5 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pineville, LA (5 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 14 days ago

Our client in Alexandria, Louisiana is looking for hardworking, motivated talent to join their team. Work for a company that is legendary, inspires you to be your best, and gives you something to...

Equipment Operator I, Sanitation

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 17 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 17 days ago

The purpose of this classification is to operate light and medium-sized equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair of City streets/roads,...

Equipment Operator II, Sanitation

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 30+ days ago

The purpose of this classification is to operate light and medium-sized equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair of City streets/roads,...

Crane Operator

  • Pineville, LA (5 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pineville, LA (5 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

SUMMARY Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential...

Production Worker

  • Chopin, LA (22 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chopin, LA (22 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

Staffmark is now hiring Production Workers in Chopin, LA!...

Machine Operator

  • Pineville, LA (5 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pineville, LA (5 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

Come join our team at DIS-TRAN Steel! Our people - not our machinery - are our biggest assets. DIS-TRAN Steel's leadership team lives by our company values, modeling our culture of respect and...

Equipment Operator III, Water Distribution

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 60+ days ago

The purpose of this classification is to operate heavy equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair of City streets/roads, drainage systems,...

Equipment Operator II, Code Enforcement

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Description The purpose of this classification is to operate light and medium-sized equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair of City...

Equipment Operator

  • Pineville, LA (5 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pineville, LA (5 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

Come join our team at DIS-TRAN Steel! Our people not our machinery - are our biggest assets. DIS-TRAN Steels leadership team lives by our company values, modeling our culture of respect and...

PPM Equipment Operator Full-time Regular-Hiring ASAP (Cross)7.3

  • Pineville, LA (5 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pineville, LA (5 miles from Alexandria, LA)
  • 90+ days ago

list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or...

Demographic Data for Alexandria, LA

Moving to Alexandria, LA? Find some basic demographic data about Alexandria, LA below.


Local
National
56,666
2,057
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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in Alexandria, LA

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 Alexandria, LA 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 Alexandria, LA
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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