Production Worker Jobs in Appleton, WI

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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Truss Assembler I

  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 12 days ago

Wisconsin Building Supply operates locations throughout Wisconsin supplying windows, doors, roofing, siding, millwork, builders hardware, columns, trim, mouldings, cabinetry, countertops, decking,...

Production Operator - R-35591

  • Chilton, WI (20 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chilton, WI (20 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 hours ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Production Operator - R-35591 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Production Operator Packer Operator SHIFT: 2nd Shift (Shift Hours 3:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M.) PAY: \$29.02/hr. JOB...

Assembler I

  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 13 hours ago

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Over the 60 plus years of Generacs history, weve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the...

Raw Material Operator

  • Appleton, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 13 hours ago

Position Title: Raw Material Operator - A Crew Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Position Location: Appleton Grade: Scale F1_NONU Requisition ID: 36570 In every role, McCainers are ambitious,...

Production Worker - Days/Nights

  • Hobart, WI (24 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hobart, WI (24 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Duties: Packaging and inspection of finished paper products (paper toweling, napkins, and toilet paper products) Operation of a single or multi-stage production line Providing raw and/or recycled materials...

Production Worker - Days/Nights

  • Hobart, WI (24 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hobart, WI (24 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Duties: Packaging and inspection of finished paper products (paper toweling, napkins, and toilet paper products) Operation of a single or multi-stage production line Providing raw and/or recycled materials...

Folder Gluer Operator (2nd Shift) - Plant 7

  • De Pere, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • De Pere, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Summary Responsible for setup and operation of folder gluer machine-converts printed tag stock into a product sold to our customers for use as packaging components or cartons. Sequence of...

General Production Worker

  • Little Chute, WI (2 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Little Chute, WI (2 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 2 days ago

General Production Worker Job Description Join our dynamic team as a General Production Worker in the rubber shop, where you will step into the role of a 'Rubber Tech'....

Thermal Spray Operator

  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 3 days ago

About the Voith Group The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of...

Processing Machine Operator

  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Use control panel to determine fill volume and machine speed Run machine speeds according to the standards set by each piece of equipment Use basic hand tools to make adjustments to machine operation...

Industrial Sewer/ Machine Operator

  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 /HR Duties: Operate cutting equipment to trim industrial nylon materials to specific shapes and dimensions Set up machines and adjust...

Assembler

  • Appleton, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 4 days ago

You will be working in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment to assemble and build machinery for the material handling, construction, packaging, and heavy equipment industries. Job duties...

Brake Press Operator

  • Little Chute, WI (2 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Chute, WI (2 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Brake Press Operator Job Description Operate a variety of press brake and metal forming equipment, including the person and Cincinnati presses. We seek individuals with setup and operating...

Part Time Plastics Operator/Assembler-Plastics

  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 days ago

KI, a world class supplier of innovative and award0winning furniture solutions for business, educational, and healthcare environments, is seeking a part-time Plastics operator/assembler to join...

Machine Operator - 2nd shift

  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 5 days ago

ENTRY-LEVEL MACHINE OPERATOR - 2nd SHIFT Job Summary We are currently seeking an entry-level machine operator. At the TIDI Products plant in Neenah, WI, machine operators are responsible for the...

Demographic Data for Appleton, WI

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in Appleton, WI

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in Appleton, WI 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 Appleton, WI
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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