Production Worker Jobs in New Jersey

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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You'll work with machinery, follow safety and quality procedures, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the production line....

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You'll work with machinery, follow safety and quality procedures, and make sure everything runs smoothly on the production line....

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Machine Operator

  • Great Day Improvements: A Family of Brands
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

Overview For over 50 years Englert has been the gold standard and a leading manufacturer of metal roofing and gutter systems. We are built on a simple core principle, dedicating ourselves to help...

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Production Worker

  • Mauser Packaging Solutions
  • Camden, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

Heres what you can expect on a typical shift as a Production Worker with Mauser Packaging Solutions: Camaraderie - many of our employees have been here for several years....

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Mill & Lathe Operator Trainee

  • System One
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

Job Title: Mill & Lathe Operator Trainee Location: Lakewood, NJ Type: Contract To Hire Compensation: $18.00 per hour Contractor Work Model: Onsite onsite Hours: First Shift: M-F - 7:00 am - 3:30...

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Machine Operator (Manufacturing)

  • The Timken Company
  • Thorofare, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Thorofare, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

What Timken makes possible begins with you. Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join...

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URGENT HIRING: Printing Manufacturer Production Operators

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

We are a fast pace work environment clothing (T-shirts and hoodies) printing manufacturer in Cherry Hill, NJ. We are looking for the following positions and open for application: (1) Clothes...

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Production Line Worker

  • Earth Friendly Products
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

We have an immediate opening for a Production Line Worker to label, fill and package products according to production schedules while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency....

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Second Press Operator

  • Smurfit Westrock
  • South Plainfield, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

Job Order Number: DF0797221 Job Title: Second Press Operator Company: Smurfit Westrock Location: South Plainfield, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not...

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Machine Operator

  • Synerfac Technical Staffing
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

. * Monitor machine operation and identify issues such as defects, misalignment, or process deviations. * Perform routine inspections of printed circuit boards using automated optical inspection (AOI...

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Mechanical Assembler

  • Walgreens
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

Exposure to industrial painting, sandblasting, powder coating, or similar industrial processes. Experience in panel building, wire assembly, and general fabrication work....

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Industrial Assembler

  • Synerfac Technical Staffing
  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

Job Details Maintenance / Skilled Trades Industrial Assembler Willingboro, NJ Job Description Job ID#: 120492 Category: Maintenance / Skilled Trades Job Type: Permanent Branch: Cherry Hill Salary:...

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Press Operator

  • Taylor Corporation
  • Monroe Twp, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Monroe Twp, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

Benefits Start Day 1! Come Work with Us! Taylor is proud to now offer DailyPay. With DailyPay, you can get paid on your very first day. No more waiting for direct deposit or a paper check! Taylor...

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CNC / EDM Machine Operator

  • GE Vernova
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

Promotes a culture focused on safe machine operations and material handling procedures....

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Stamping Machine Operator

  • Ametek, Inc.
  • Montvale, NJ
  • 21 hours ago
  • Montvale, NJ
  • 21 hours ago

Job Summary: Operate press machine to create components from required strip material per work order. Essential Functions: Maintain a clean and safe environment by following 6S principles. Set up...

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Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in New Jersey

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

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in New Jersey offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.9%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Master's Degree
6.3%
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 New Jersey
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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