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Apex Placement & Consulting

Production Operators

Kalamazoo, MI

$15.75 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you an experienced Production Operator looking to enhance your skills? Do you like positions that challenge you with the opportunity to grow? Then we have the job for you! Apex has partnered with ...

Apex Placement & Consulting

Production Operators

Vicksburg, MI

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you an experienced Production Operator looking to enhance your skills? Do you like positions that challenge you with the opportunity to grow? Then we have the job for you! Apex has partnered with ...

JIMDI PLASTICS

Production Operators

Allendale, MI · On-site

$15/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

... and product yields. * Keep work area clean and organized. Requirements: * Ability to read and interpret machine operating instructions, * Good understanding of quality control principles and ...

JAC Products

Production Operators- Now Hiring!

Saline, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct hire openings for entry level and experienced production operators on all shifts! * Earn up to $20.30/hour (based on shift and prior experience), paid weekly * No experience? No problem! On ...

JAC Products

Production Operators- Now Hiring!

Saline, MI

$20.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct hire openings for entry level and experienced production operators on all shifts! * Earn up to $20.30/hour (based on shift and prior experience), paid weekly * No experience? No problem! On ...

JAC Products

Production Operators- Now Hiring!

Saline, MI · On-site

$20.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct hire openings for entry level and experienced production operators on all shifts! * Earn up to $20.30/hour (based on shift and prior experience), paid weekly * No experience? No problem! On ...

Trelleborg

Production Operators-Elk Rapids, MI

Elk Rapids, MI

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Generous PTO policy * 11 paid holidays Trelleborg Michigan currently has openings for Production Operators. Hours: Monday thru Thursday * 1st Shift: 4:30am-3:00pm at $19.00/ per hour * 2nd Shift: 2 ...

AURORA TECHNOLOGIES INC

Production Operator

Grand Haven, MI · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Key Responsibilities Production Operators perform a variety of tasks to maintain smooth production processes, including: * Machine Setup and Operation: Prepare machinery for production runs, aligning ...

Trelleborg

Production Operators-Elk Rapids, MI

Elk Rapids, MI · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Generous PTO policy * 11 paid holidays Trelleborg Michigan currently has openings for Production Operators. Hours: Monday thru Thursday * 1st Shift: 4:30am-3:00pm at $19.00/ per hour * 2nd Shift: 2 ...

Tenneco

Production Operator

Greenville, MI · On-site

$21.62/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Production Operators may fill openings in any of our departments including Bearings, Bushings, Material Prep., Shipping & Receiving, and Quality Why should you apply for a position with Tenneco ...

Tenneco

Production Operator

Greenville, MI · On-site

$21.62/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Production Operators may fill openings in any of our departments including Bearings, Bushings, Material Prep., Shipping & Receiving, and Quality Why should you apply for a position with Tenneco ...

Adler Pelzer Group

Production Operator

Port Huron, MI

$17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Adler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier One supplier of Acoustic and Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking several Production Operators for the manufacturing operations in Port ...

Adler Pelzer Group

Production Operator

Port Huron, MI

$17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Adler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier One supplier of Acoustic and Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking several Production Operators for the manufacturing operations in Port ...

Adler Pelzer Group

Production Operator

Port Huron, MI

$17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Adler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier One supplier of Acoustic and Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking several Production Operators for the manufacturing operations in Port ...

Workforce Strategies Inc

Production Operator

Portage, MI

$17 - $18.25/hr

  • Retirement

Have reliable transportation to get you to work on time every day We offer Production Operators: * Full time work on all shifts (1st: 7 am - 3 pm, 2nd: 3 pm - 11 pm, 3rd: 11 pm - 7 am) * A pay rate ...

Adler Pelzer USA

Production Operator

Port Huron, MI · On-site

$17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Adler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier One supplier of Acoustic and Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking several Production Operators for the manufacturing operations in Port ...

Koch Industries

Production Operator

Carleton, MI · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Production Operators are also responsible for monitoring production equipment, preforming quality inspections on finished glass, and troubleshooting minor equipment issues. Our Production Operators ...

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How much do production operators jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for production operators in Michigan is $15.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.04 and $16.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the role of a production operator?

A production operator is responsible for operating and monitoring manufacturing equipment to ensure efficient production processes. They perform tasks such as setting up machinery, inspecting products for quality, and following safety protocols, often working in shifts and using tools like control panels and gauges.

What does a production operator do?

A production operator is responsible for operating manufacturing equipment, monitoring production processes, and ensuring products meet quality standards. They often perform routine maintenance, follow safety protocols, and work in a team environment, typically requiring attention to detail and basic technical skills.

What is the difference between Production Operators vs Machine Operators?

AspectProduction OperatorsMachine Operators
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications may be preferred
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plants, assembly linesFactories, manufacturing plants, equipment-focused settings
Job FocusOverseeing production processes, quality control, ensuring safetyOperating, monitoring, and maintaining machinery
Common UsageManufacturing, assembly, production linesManufacturing, industrial settings, equipment operation

Production Operators and Machine Operators often work in similar environments within manufacturing plants. While Production Operators focus on overseeing entire production processes and quality, Machine Operators specialize in operating specific machinery. Both roles require similar credentials and are essential for efficient manufacturing operations.

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Production Operators jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Production Operators job openings:

Infographic showing various Production Operators job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,995 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Production Operators

Apex Placement & Consulting

Kalamazoo, MI

$15.75 - $19/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Are you an experienced Production Operator looking to enhance your skills? Do you like positions that challenge you with the opportunity to grow? Then we have the job for you!

Apex has partnered with an amazing company in Kalamazoo, MI looking to fill multiple contract-to-hire Production Operator positions. Keep reading for more information!

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
  • Multiple shifts available
  • Amazing pay rate
  • Contract-to-hire position -you'll be hired based on performance, attendance and client needs
  • Amazing benefit package once hired in permanently
    • Medical, Dental and Vision
    • 401K available after 6 months
    • Paid vacation
JOB DETAILS:
  • Perform inspection of parts and report discrepancies as needed
  • Assembly of automotive parts using hand tools
  • Retrieves, separates, inspects, counts, weighs, packs, and labels parts in accordance with written and oral instructions.
  • Loading and unloading of parts on paint line
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Previous production operator experience
  • HS Diploma/GED
At Apex, we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable to us, and we’re excited to see how you might contribute to our team. While we have outlined a set of qualifications for this role, we recognize that experience and skills can come from a variety of backgrounds. If you meet most of these qualifications and are eager to learn and grow with us, we invite you to apply.