Production Specialist Jobs in Oregon

Production Specialist jobs in Oregon are concentrated in food and beverage manufacturing, semiconductor and electronics production, and forest products, with demand at every level from entry-line operators to senior process technicians. Portland, Salem, and Hillsboro are the most active hiring metros, anchored by large employers like Intel, Tillamook, and Georgia-Pacific, which maintain consistent production workforces across the state. The most sought-after specialties include quality control, equipment operation, and lean manufacturing process support. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles7
Top employerJELD-WEN
Top cityBend, OR
Cities hiring6
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Content Production Specialist
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Content Production Specialist
Everything Envy
Grants Pass, Oregon
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
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Experienced Small Format Print Operator / Production Specialist
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Experienced Small Format Print Operator / Production Specialist
APM PrintWorks
Beaverton, Oregon
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$25 - $30/hr
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Catalog Production Specialist
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Catalog Production Specialist
Grace Bio-Labs
Bend, Oregon
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
On-Site
High school
11-50

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Cleanroom Production Specialist
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Cleanroom Production Specialist
Columbia Cleanroom
Portland, Oregon
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$18 - $22/hr
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Footwear Production Technician (DESMA Specialist) – Trainee / Junior Level/Técnico en producción de
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Footwear Production Technician (DESMA Specialist) – Trainee / Junior Level/Técnico en producción de
Chinook Asia LLC
Lake Oswego, Oregon
Automation QA
Cloud & DevOps
DevOps
$19.25 - $25/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Production Specialist Jobs by City in Oregon

Where Oregon roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Bend
2 jobs
Tigard
1 job
Portland
1 job
Beaverton
1 job
Grants Pass
1 job
Lake Oswego
1 job

Production Specialist Job Market in Oregon

A snapshot from current Oregon openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

JELD-WEN1 open role
APM PrintWorks1 open role
Grace Bio-Labs1 open role

What Oregon Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in production specialist jobs across Oregon.

  • High school diploma or GED with at least one year of manufacturing or production experience
  • Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain production equipment safely and efficiently
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Kaizen, or Six Sigma practices
  • Ability to read and interpret work orders, schematics, and standard operating procedures
  • Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification prior to starting the role
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet production quotas in a fast-paced environment

Production Specialist Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a production specialist in Oregon?

Most production specialist roles in Oregon require a high school diploma or GED plus hands-on manufacturing experience, though some employers prefer an associate degree in manufacturing technology or industrial operations from schools like Portland Community College or Chemeketa Community College. While Oregon does not issue a state license specific to production specialists, employers in food processing and semiconductor manufacturing often require food handler certification through the Oregon Health Authority or cleanroom training credentials.

Which companies hire production specialists in Oregon?

Companies currently hiring production specialists in Oregon include JELD-WEN, APM PrintWorks, and Grace Bio-Labs, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Oregon's concentration of semiconductor fabs, food manufacturers, and forest products companies means production specialist openings are distributed across both the Portland metro and mid-valley industrial corridors.

Which Oregon cities have the most production specialist jobs?

Bend, Tigard, and Portland have the most production specialist openings in Oregon. Portland and Hillsboro drive the largest share, fueled by Intel's semiconductor campuses and a dense cluster of food and beverage manufacturers, while Salem draws strong demand from mid-valley agricultural processing and packaging operations that supply regional and national distributors.

Are there remote production specialist jobs in Oregon?

Yes, but they're rare. Production specialist work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical plant operations, so the vast majority of roles require on-site presence. About 0% of production specialist openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve quality documentation, production scheduling, or process coordination rather than direct floor operations.

How can I get hired as a production specialist in Oregon with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly for general production associate or line operator roles at large Oregon manufacturers such as Intel, Tillamook, or Kettle Brand, which regularly hire candidates without prior production experience and provide on-the-job training. Oregon's food processing sector in the Willamette Valley is especially open to entry-level candidates. Completing a food handler certification through the Oregon Health Authority or a forklift safety course at a community college gives applicants a measurable edge over other new candidates.

Where can I find and apply to production specialist jobs in Oregon?

You can find and apply to production specialist jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your skills and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No profile creation is required to see and apply to Oregon production specialist openings.

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