Production Worker Jobs in Laurel, MS

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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94Y Integrated Family of Test Equipment Operator

  • Laurel, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 6 days ago

It takes highly trained and skilled individuals to keep the Army National Guard's sophisticated weapons operating at top performance. The Integrated Family of Test Equipment (IFTE)...

91E Machinist

  • Laurel, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 6 days ago

Job training for a Machinist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in machine operation...

Part Time Equipment Operator Programs

  • Laurel, MS
  • 19 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 19 days ago

Purpose of Position Maintain departmental athletic fields, facilities and grounds, and repair and construct departmental facilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Support recreational...

Equipment Operator I - Recreation/Maintenance

  • Laurel, MS
  • 19 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 19 days ago

The Equipment Operator I is a full-time, permanent position in the Recreation Maintenance Division. The immediate supervisor for this position is the Laborer Supervisor II. The person in this...

Manual Machinist - CLASS C

  • Laurel, MS
  • 19 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 19 days ago

Minimum Qualifications (preferred): High school diploma or equivalent, previous work-related skill, and knowledge or experience in machining is preferred. This position requires knowledge of...

Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Vossburg, MS (22 miles from Laurel, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vossburg, MS (22 miles from Laurel, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

# APAC Mississippi, Inc., a CRH company, is a great place to work! CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in...

Demographic Data for Laurel, MS

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in Laurel, MS

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in Laurel, MS 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 Laurel, MS
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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