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The Lanco Group of Companies

Technician, Field

Lathrop, CA · On-site

$31 - $45/hr

We offer highly competitive wages, benefits, and factory training to increase your knowledge. Pay Range: $31 to $45 depending on experience. Our highly skilled crane technicians are responsible for ...

Lanco

Technician, Field

Lathrop, CA · On-site

$31 - $45/hr

We offer highly competitive wages, benefits, and factory training to increase your knowledge. Pay Range: $31 to $45 depending on experience. Our highly skilled crane technicians are responsible for ...

Nestle

Quality Supervisor

Modesto, CA

The Quality Supervisor - Food Safety & Hygiene is the factory guardian and challenger of factory functions to drive food safety and hygiene anywhere and at any time as the essential base for ...

Vestis

Plant Maintenance Manager

Stockton, CA · On-site

Meet Vestis ® : For the People Who Make It All Work At Vestis ® , we provide uniforms, workplace supplies, and professional cleaning that help businesses simplify their workday and keep their teams ...

Kraft Heinz Company

Sanitation Supervisor

Escalon, CA · On-site

$77K - $97K/yr

Technical liaison between factory personnel, sanitation chemical supplier, Headquarter Quality Assurance, and third-party sanitation provider (where applicable). * Create a safe working environment ...

Cleanwater1, Inc

Lead Control System Engineer

Ripon, CA · Remote

$98K - $120K/hr

ICS Online. ("ICS") is an industry leader in the manufacturing of custom Industrial Control panels and factory automation systems. ICS works with both end users and leading original equipment ...

Cleanwater1, Inc.

Lead Control System Engineer

Ripon, CA · On-site

$98K - $120K/yr

ICS Online. ("ICS") is an industry leader in the manufacturing of custom Industrial Control panels and factory automation systems. ICS works with both end users and leading original equipment ...

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Factory workers are employees who perform various tasks in a manufacturing environment, such as assembling products, operating machinery, packaging goods, or performing quality checks. Their roles are essential for producing and preparing products for distribution. Factory workers often work on production lines and must follow strict safety and quality guidelines to ensure efficient and safe operations.

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Factory jobs focus on different aspects of the manufacturing process. As a factory worker, you may perform your duties on a production line where you produce, assemble, or package products or parts. Shift managers oversee operations during a particular time of day, while supervisors or foremen manage a department or monitor the entire factory floor. You can work as a technician, a job in which your responsibilities involve maintaining factory equipment. Factories also employ managers, administrative staff, accountants, designers, engineers, and quality assurance professionals. You can find factory jobs in various industries, include automotive, fashion, food, electronics, household goods, and industrial products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a factory worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Factory Worker, you need basic mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and attention to detail, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with manufacturing machinery, safety protocols, and sometimes certifications like OSHA training are commonly required. Reliability, teamwork, and good communication skills help individuals excel in this role. These attributes are vital for maintaining efficient production, ensuring workplace safety, and contributing to overall operational success.

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Factory workers often encounter challenges such as repetitive tasks, meeting production targets under tight deadlines, and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced environment. To address these, it's important to stay focused, follow established safety protocols, and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members. Many factories also offer training sessions and ergonomic equipment to help reduce physical strain and improve productivity, which can make the work more manageable and rewarding.

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AspectFactoryMachine Operator
Primary RoleOversees entire manufacturing processes and manages production linesOperates specific machinery within the factory
CredentialsTypically requires basic education; certifications depend on machineryOften requires technical training or certifications for specific equipment
Work EnvironmentFactory floor, involving supervision and coordinationFactory floor, focused on operating machinery
Industry UsageUsed broadly to describe manufacturing facilities and processesSpecific role within factories, focusing on machinery operation

While a factory refers to the entire manufacturing facility or process, a machine operator is a specific role within that environment responsible for operating machinery. Understanding this distinction helps in targeting the right job searches and career planning.

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Factory jobs typically include roles such as assembly line worker, machine operator, quality control inspector, and production technician. These jobs often require physical stamina, attention to detail, and familiarity with tools or machinery; certifications like OSHA safety training can be beneficial. They usually involve shift work in a manufacturing environment with a focus on efficiency and safety.

What type of job is working in a factory?

Working in a factory typically involves operating machinery, assembling products, or managing production processes in an industrial environment. Factory jobs often require physical stamina, attention to safety protocols, and may involve shifts or overtime. Skills in equipment handling and basic technical knowledge are commonly needed.
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Infographic showing various Factory job openings in Modesto, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,004 per year, or $17.8 per hour.

Associate Electrical Controls Engineer - EPLAN Designer

Modesto, CA • On-site

Factory Technologies, Inc.
Food Services and Drinking Places • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Factory Technologies, Inc. (FTI), a Systems Integrator located in Modesto, CA, is seeking an Associate Electrical Controls Engineer - EPLAN Designer. This entry-level position is specially designed for recent engineering graduates and early-career professionals. No prior commercial CAD experience is required. However, familiarity with CAD software or previous drafting experience is a plus. We provide comprehensive, structured on-the-job training in electrical schematic design and the EPLAN environment. Recent graduates from a variety of engineering backgrounds, including mechanical engineering, are strongly encouraged to apply. Based in Modesto, CA, this office role includes panel shop collaboration and occasional local client site support.
Along with technical qualifications, as a member of the FTI team, you will be most successful when you embody our core non-technical traits and collaborative values:
  • Communication:
    • Strive for excellent oral, written, and active listening skills.
    • Proactively discuss task successes, failures, and roadblocks with your team.
    • Let the team know of unexpected changes to your schedule as soon as possible.
    • Provide clear, audience-appropriate updates on project progress.
    • Ask for and share respectful, constructive feedback.
  • Sharing/Collaboration:
    • Share your time, skills, and gather knowledge freely with colleagues.
    • Collaborate closely with senior engineers, interns, and shop floor panel wiremen, actively seeking mentorship and learning from their hands-on experience.
  • Focus:
    • Support others when needed and allow teammates to focus on their critical tasks.
  • Be Curious, Not Judgmental:
    • Ask thoughtful questions to uncover details and seek to understand the "why" behind engineering standards or redlines to become a better designer.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility:
    • Adapt and change directions routinely in a fast-paced, dynamic integration environment.
  • Problem Solving/Critical Thinking:
    • Apply critical thinking and collaborative efforts to solve technical and project challenges.
  • Repeatability/Scalability:
    • Standardize your work (e.g., building clean EPLAN macros, parts databases, and templates) so that designs can be easily reused and scaled.
  • Self-Awareness:
    • Understand your technical strengths and seek proactive growth in areas of development.
  • Empathy:
    • Put yourself in others' shoes before judging. We all make and find mistakes; treat others with respect.
    • Remember that shop wiremen must build what you design. Create clear, logical, and constructible schematics to make their jobs easier.
  • Active Listening:
    • Listen with the genuine intent to understand, not just to react or respond.
  • Resilience:
    • Maintain a positive mindset through temporary project difficulties and challenging days.
  • Take Care of Yourself:
    • Be your own gatekeeper and communicate your issues, goals, and needs to avoid burnout and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Participate:
    • Contribute actively to company improvements. Positive changes only happen with participation.
  • Time Management/Prioritization:
    • Manage daily priorities and communicate issues early, coming to the table with proposed solutions.

Associate Engineers are most successful in this role when they bring a solid academic foundation and an eagerness to learn on the job. FTI fully assumes and provides structured on-the-job training to help recent graduates succeed in EPLAN design and controls engineering.
  • Education: BS in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET), Mechanical Engineering (BSME), Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a closely related discipline. We encourage recent graduates to apply!
  • On-the-Job Training: This role is designed with career development in mind. FTI provides full, guided training in electrical controls, panel design, and the EPLAN environment.
  • Software CAD Skills: Academic or internship exposure to database-driven CAD software (EPLAN Electric P8, AutoCAD Electrical, or SOLIDWORKS Electrical) is a significant plus but is not required.
  • Technical Foundation: Strong understanding of basic AC/DC circuit analysis, electrical components (relays, PLCs, VFDs, breakers, terminal blocks), and basic power distribution.
  • Standards Exposure: Familiarity or academic exposure to industrial codes and safety standards (such as UL 508A, NFPA 79, NFPA 70/NEC) is a plus (full training will be provided).
  • Hands-on Mindset: Ability to read and interpret mechanical layout drawings, P&IDs, flow diagrams, or existing electrical schematics.
  • General Skills: General knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Strong Microsoft Excel skills are beneficial for managing EPLAN parts databases.
  • Driver's License: Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean DMV record.

Key Responsibilities
Working closely with senior engineering mentors, the Associate Electrical Controls Engineer will develop proficiency in the following responsibilities:
  • Interpret Drawings: Review customer specifications, P&IDs, control narratives, and mechanical drawings to determine electrical and layout requirements.
  • EPLAN Schematic Design: Design detailed, multi-page electrical control schematics using EPLAN Electric P8, including low-voltage distribution, safety circuits, PLC hardware configurations, and I/O networks.
  • Enclosure Layouts: Calculate panel space requirements, sizing wire-ways, DIN rails, and component spacing to design optimized 2D/3D electrical enclosure layouts.
  • Database & Smart Design: Help build and maintain smart parts databases, manufacturer catalogs, device structures, and functional macros in the EPLAN platform to ensure standardization and reuse.
  • Automated Engineering Reports: Generate and validate critical project documentation, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), terminal strip diagrams, cable schedules, and point-to-point wire lists.
  • Continuous Improvement: Revise and troubleshoot legacy drawing packages based on testing feedback and manufacturing redlines from the assembly shop floor.
  • Collaborate with Shop Floor: Confer with shop supervisors and panel wiremen to clarify design drawings, review fabrication questions, and resolve assembly problems.
  • As-Built Redlines: Note and implement design deviations (redlines) during panel fabrication and testing, updating final EPLAN packages to reflect as-built conditions.
  • Engineering Calculations: Perform basic engineering calculations for thermal loads, circuit protection, and component sizing with mentorship support.
  • On-Site Commissioning: Assist senior engineers with field investigations, equipment startup, panel modifications, and commissioning at customer facilities.

Desired but not Required Experience
  • Familiarity with EPLAN Pro Panel for 3D cabinet design.
  • Hands-on experience with panel wiring, electrical assembly, or multimeter testing (such as a Control Panel Wireman background).

And finally...
  • The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary offer, including medical and dental benefits, 401K with company contributions, and vacation/holiday pay.
  • Onsite Requirement: This is an in-person, office-based role located at our Modesto, CA facility to facilitate daily collaboration with our design team and panel shop floor. This is not a remote or work-from-home position.

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