Production Worker Jobs in Kenosha, 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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General Production

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

. + Shift Differential Shifts Available: 2nd and 3rd The Opportunity: Smurfit Westrock Pleasant Prairie is now seeking General Production workers to join our growing team!...

Second Shift Sheetfed First Press Operator

  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Perform Maintenance - Observe and monitor machine operations to determine whether adjustments are needed during the job....

Wave Solder Machine Operator

  • Kenosha, WI
  • moments ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • moments ago

Category (For Job Seekers) Manufacturing/Operations Location Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 US (Primary) Job Description Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing...

Machine Operator

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 hour ago

**Essential Skills** + Machine operation + Line lead experience + Troubleshooting **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 2 years of blending operator experience + 2 years of troubleshooting experience...

Manufacturing Associate

  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 hour ago

Adecco is hiring immediately for Manufacturing Associates at a local client in Racine, WI. Manufacturing Associates do essential jobs with one of our premier clients in a state-of-the-art...

Painter/Assembler - 1st Shift (Dept 06)

  • South Milwaukee, WI (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 hours ago
  • South Milwaukee, WI (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 hours ago

Eatons ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Painter/Assembler - 1st Shift (Dept 06) to join our team in South Milwaukee, WI! The hourly rate for this position is $25.00 per hour. The core...

Night Shift Sheetfed First Press Operator

  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 5 hours ago

Fixed Night Shift Sheetfed First Press Operator Location: Sturtevant As a global marketing experience company, Quads goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated...

Production Operators

  • Grayslake, IL (23 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Grayslake, IL (23 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 15 hours ago

Production Worker** operating machine **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Production Worker to operate and maintain machinery in our production process....

Utility Operator II

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 23 hours ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 23 hours ago

Utility Operator II** **Position Summary** This position will include becoming job task analysis (JTA) certified in performing work in the areas of Secondary Operations, specifically finishing,...

Production Operator-Immediate Hiring

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

. + Knowledge of manual machine operations and quality inspection. **Why Work Here?** We offer competitive wage increases upon hire, fostering a supportive environment with growth opportunities....

Manufacturing - Machine Operator

  • Franklin, WI (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, WI (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Troubleshoot issues related to machine operation and product quality....

Packaging Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Muskego, WI (23 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Muskego, WI (23 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

**Essential Skills** + 2+ years of machine operating experience, preferably in GMP environments. + Experience with packaging machine operations. + Ability to perform changeovers and adjust feeds and...

1st Shift Assembler DH/AO

  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Hiring immediately for an Assembler on 1 st shift (5:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m.)! API Heat Transfer is looking for people who enjoy being part of transformation. We have a new mission, new leaders, and are...

Machine Operator

  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Previous machine operation preferred, food industry a plus. Must pass the Lock Out-Tag Out (LOTO) test and maintain qualifications....

Press Machine Operator

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 2 days ago

Aerotek is hiring immediately for 2nd and 3rd shift machine operators in Pleasant Prairie! We have general production, print press, and die cutter roles available! Job Description: Set up and...

Demographic Data for Kenosha, WI

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in Kenosha, WI

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in Kenosha, 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 Kenosha, 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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