Production Worker Jobs in Portland, OR

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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We are seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join our growing team. If you take pride in precision work, have strong attention to detail, and enjoy working in a hands-on manufacturing environment,...

Production Wax Assembler SSBO

  • Clackamas, OR (10 miles from Portland, OR)
  • moments ago
  • Clackamas, OR (10 miles from Portland, OR)
  • moments ago

Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment...

Machine Operator - Donald Feed Mill (Day Shift)

  • Donald, OR (20 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Donald, OR (20 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 hour ago

Foster Farms has been serving families since 1939. Since the founding days, Foster Farms has always been committed to providing consumers with the highest-quality, best-tasting poultry products...

Machine Operator

  • Tualatin, OR (10 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Tualatin, OR (10 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 hour ago

Company Description Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority in premium space management, delivering custom-designed organizational solutions...

Experienced Manual Machinist

  • Portland, OR
  • 9 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 9 hours ago

Responsibilities Set up, operate, and maintain manual lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other machining equipment....

Sewing Machine Operator

  • Milwaukie, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Milwaukie, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 hours ago

Industrial Sewing Machine Operator. Must be able to operate sewing machines such as Highlead, Surger, and Slitters. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Flexible schedule. We manufacture dust collector...

CNC Vertical Milling Machinist

  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 hours ago

parts during manufacturing and maintain consistent quality * Make fixtures and clamps for jobs as needed * Machine parts and compares to blueprints to ensure accuracy * Perform secondary ops (tap, deburr...

CNC Horizontal Mill Machinist

  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 9 hours ago

parts during manufacturing and maintain consistent quality * Make fixtures and clamps for jobs as needed * Machine parts and compares to blueprints to ensure accuracy * Perform secondary ops (tap, deburr...

Assembly Line Worker Swing Shift

  • Battle Ground, WA (22 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Battle Ground, WA (22 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 12 hours ago

About the Role: Join Polaris as an Assembler where youll work on a fast-paced assembly line building vehicle parts and components....

II, Heavy Equipment Operator Transfer Stations - 2334940

  • Troutdale, OR (16 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Troutdale, OR (16 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 15 hours ago

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds...

Production Worker- Swing Shift 20/HR

  • Sherwood, OR (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Sherwood, OR (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 21 hours ago

Production Worker** **Job Description** Join a dynamic production team where you will work in a large environment near plastic mold machines....

Laundry Machine Operator

  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 22 hours ago

Summary The Wage Grade 03 Laundry Machine Operator position is located at the VA Portland Health Care System - Vancouver Campus. VA Portland is a multi-divisional system with inpatient facilities...

Assembly Line Worker Swing Shift

  • Battle Ground, WA (22 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Battle Ground, WA (22 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 23 hours ago

About the Role: Join Polaris as an Assembler where youll work on a fast-paced assembly line building vehicle parts and components....

Production Packaging Associate

  • Brush Prairie, WA (19 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brush Prairie, WA (19 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Location Address: 15200 NE Caples Rd., Brush Prairie, Washington 98606 Work Shift: 8hr-1st Shift 7a-3:30p M-F Brush Prairie (United States of America) The Production Packaging...

II, Heavy Equipment Operator - 2334782

  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds...

Demographic Data for Portland, OR

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in Portland, OR

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR
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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