Production Operator Jobs
Production Operator jobs are open across food and beverage, automotive, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and consumer goods manufacturing, from entry-level to senior and lead operator roles, with specializations in quality control, CNC machine operation, and chemical processing. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Sets up and operates machines and tools to perform various manufacturing operations and maintains them to adhere to quality standards.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Setting up and operating machines and tools to start the production or manufacturing operations; monitoring and adjusting machine settings as per the work requirement.
- Reviewing the departmental operating procedures, identifying areas of improvement, removing obstacles, and streamlining operational efficiency.
- Performing quality checks as per the plan, documenting the results per the standard quality procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Ordering raw materials, changing stock when needed, verifying receipts, and inspecting materials and products to ensure conformance to specifications.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related work experience. Completion of high school or equivalent is usually required.
COMPETENCIES
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $21.00/Hour + 7% Shift Differential = $22.47/Hour (subject to change dependent on physical location)
- Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
- Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
LOCATION
Job Locations:
Posting City: WILSONVILLE
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: None
Requisition ID: 153385
Workplace Type: Onsite
External Careers Page: Manufacturing
INTRODUCTION
Sets up and operates machines and tools to perform various manufacturing operations and maintains them to adhere to quality standards.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Setting up and operating machines and tools to start the production or manufacturing operations; monitoring and adjusting machine settings as per the work requirement.
- Reviewing the departmental operating procedures, identifying areas of improvement, removing obstacles, and streamlining operational efficiency.
- Performing quality checks as per the plan, documenting the results per the standard quality procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Ordering raw materials, changing stock when needed, verifying receipts, and inspecting materials and products to ensure conformance to specifications.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related work experience. Completion of high school or equivalent is usually required.
COMPETENCIES
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $21.00/Hour + 7% Shift Differential = $22.47/Hour (subject to change dependent on physical location)
- Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
- Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
LOCATION
Job Locations:
Posting City: WILSONVILLE
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: None
Requisition ID: 153385
Workplace Type: Onsite
External Careers Page: Manufacturing
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Niagara Bottling48
- Sanmina22
- Georgia-Pacific17
- TE Connectivity14
- embecta13
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing160
- Chemicals & Materials154
- Food & Beverage126
- Electronics & Hardware89
- Automotive57
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production operator jobs.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required by most employers
- Experience operating production machinery or assembly line equipment
- Knowledge of GMP, safety protocols, and OSHA compliance standards
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended shifts
- Familiarity with quality control inspection and defect documentation
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one upon hire
Tips for Your Production Operator Job Search
Tailor your resume for each plant
List the specific equipment you've operated by make and model, not just generic categories. Hiring managers scan for machine names like injection molders, conveyors, or blending tanks, so matching the job posting's exact terminology gets your resume past initial screening.
Lead with certifications front and center
Forklift licenses, OSHA 10 or 30 cards, GMP training, and Hazmat certifications belong in a dedicated section at the top of your resume. Recruiters reviewing production operator applications often filter by certification before reading anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists production operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target shift schedules that match your situation
Many production operator postings specify rotating shifts, nights, or weekends. Filter or flag openings by shift type early so you don't invest time applying to roles whose schedules won't work, and address your availability explicitly in your cover note.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many manufacturers ask candidates to demonstrate basic machine checks, lockout/tagout procedures, or reading a work order on the spot. Review your plant's standard operating procedures beforehand and be ready to walk through a safety scenario out loud.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Shift differentials, overtime guarantees, and tool or safety-boot allowances vary significantly between plants. Before accepting an offer, ask specifically about differential rates for second and third shifts, since these can meaningfully change your effective earnings.
Production Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most production operators?
The companies hiring the most production operators right now include Niagara Bottling, Sanmina, and Georgia-Pacific, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand tends to be highest at food processing plants, automotive parts suppliers, and pharmaceutical manufacturers.
How many production operator jobs are remote?
About 0% of production operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, since most roles require physical presence on the production floor. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are quality documentation, production scheduling support, and process monitoring roles that rely on digital systems rather than hands-on equipment operation.
How do you become a production operator?
Most production operators start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then complete on-the-job training provided by the employer. Getting an OSHA 10 certification before you apply demonstrates safety awareness and gives you an edge. Many candidates also take a short forklift certification course, complete a community college manufacturing basics program, or seek GMP training if they are targeting food, pharma, or cosmetics plants.
How do you get hired as a production operator with little or no experience?
Entry-level production operator roles are common at high-volume facilities like food processing plants, fulfillment centers with light manufacturing, and contract packaging companies that prioritize reliability and physical capability over prior experience. Highlighting any warehouse, construction, or skilled trades work on your resume shows relevant physical and safety awareness. Completing a free or low-cost OSHA 10 card and a forklift certification before applying removes the two most common barriers employers cite when screening first-time applicants.
What does the production operator interview process look like?
Most production operator interviews start with a phone screen focused on shift availability and basic experience, followed by an in-person or on-site visit. The on-site stage often includes a plant floor walkthrough, a practical skills check such as reading a work order or demonstrating lockout/tagout awareness, and a structured interview with a floor supervisor. Some facilities add a drug screening and background check before extending an offer, and final decisions are typically made within one to two weeks of the site visit.
Where can I find and apply to production operator jobs?
You can find and apply to production operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find listings that match your experience, shift preferences, and location, and apply directly to each one. No separate registration is required before applying.
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