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Lignetics, Inc.

Production Worker

Shelton, WA · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Job: Production Worker / Shavings Baler Operator Location: Shelton, WA Job Type: Full Time Shift Schedule: M-Th, swing shift Salary: $19-20/hour ** Pre-employment background check and drug screen ...

Brightwing

Production Worker

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$17/hr

Production Worker 2nd Shift- 2:30pm-11:00pm Auburn Hills Starting pay: $17/hour + 15% shift premium. We are looking for a reliable and diligent Production Worker to join their team. As Production ...

Brightwing

Production Worker

Auburn Hills, MI

$17/hr

Production Worker 1st Shift- 6:00am-2:30pm Auburn Hills Starting pay: $17/hour We are looking for a reliable and diligent Production Worker to join their team. As Production Worker, you'll be helping ...

ATI

Production Worker

Monaca, PA · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

ATI Production Workers are vital to our success and play a key role in meeting company goals and objectives. Successful Production Workers ensure that production requirements and standards are met ...

Adecco

Production Worker

Burlington, WI

$20/hr

Production Workers handle essential tasks with one of our premier clients with starting pay at $20.00/hr., plus available overtime. As a Production Worker, you will work in a clean and refrigerated ...

Steel Dynamics, Inc.

Production Worker

Huntington, WV

$21.49/hr

The Production Worker Entry Level Pay is $21.49 per hour. Double-time is paid on seventh consecutive day worked. Rate increases every six months until full rate ($26.86) is reached at 18 month ...

Mancan

Production Worker

Zanesville, OH · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

2nd Shift Production Worker Location: Coshocton, OH Position: 2nd Shift Production Worker Mancan Staffing is currently seeking a Production Worker for a manufacturing company in Coshocton. This ...

Mancan

Production Worker

Middlefield, OH · On-site

$17.50/hr

Production Worker Pay:$17.50/hour Schedule: Monday Thursday, 6:00 AM 4:30 PM Location: Middlefield, OH Position Summary: We are currently seeking a reliable, motivated Production Worker to join our ...

Manpower

Production Worker

Leetonia, OH · On-site

$13.50 - $16/hr

As a Production Worker, you will be an essential part of the manufacturing department supporting the production line operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong teamwork, attention to ...

Venturous Truck Tops

Production Worker

Ottawa, KS · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Production Workers are responsible for monitoring equipment, inspecting products for defects, and collaborating with team members to ensure high-quality output. They work closely with department ...

Rayser Holdings

Production Worker

Pella, IA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Join our team as a Production Worker! Skunk River Block & Pallet is seeking a hardworking, enthusiastic, and dependable full-time Production Worker to build, repair, and move pallets and skids ...

Parallel Employment

Production Worker

Angola, NY · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

As a Production worker, you will be responsible for unpackaging disk, palletizing and ensuring products are packaged accurately and efficiently while maintaining a high standard of quality. This ...

Manpower

Production Worker

Menomonie, WI

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

As a Production Worker, you will be an essential part of the manufacturing department supporting the production process. The ideal candidate will demonstrate reliability, strong work ethic, and ...

Commercial Employees

Production Worker

Export, PA

$16 - $17/hr

We're filling several Production Worker positions in the Export area in a warehouse setting that requires minimal production experience. $16 - $17 / hr to start for 1st and 2nd shift opportunities ...

Mancan

Production Worker

New Philadelphia, OH · On-site

$18.50/hr

3rd Shift Production Worker Coshocton, OH Mancan Staffing is proud to partner with a Fortune 500 manufacturing company in Coshocton, OH, to fill 3rd Shift Production Worker positions. This is a temp ...

MJ Morgan Group

Production Worker

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15 - $17.75/hr

Food Production Worker Department: Production / Manufacturing Reports To: Production Supervisor Job Summary We are looking for reliable and detail-oriented Food Production Workers to join our ...

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How much do production worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for production worker in the United States is $16.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a production worker?

Production workers are employees who are responsible for operating machinery, assembling products, and performing other tasks involved in the manufacturing process. They typically work on factory floors or production lines, ensuring that goods are produced efficiently and meet quality standards. Their duties can include monitoring equipment, packaging finished products, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Production workers often work in shifts and may be required to stand for long periods or lift heavy materials.

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

To thrive as a Production Worker, you need basic mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, safety protocols, and sometimes certifications like OSHA training are commonly required. Reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are important soft skills that help maintain workflow and cooperation on the production floor. These skills and qualities ensure efficient production, adherence to safety standards, and high-quality output in a manufacturing environment.

What are some common challenges faced by production workers and how can they be addressed?

Production workers often face challenges such as repetitive tasks, meeting strict deadlines, and maintaining quality standards in a fast-paced environment. To address these, it's important to follow best practices for ergonomics to prevent fatigue, communicate regularly with supervisors about workflow issues, and stay organized to manage time effectively. Many companies provide ongoing training and encourage teamwork, which helps workers adapt to process changes and improve efficiency. Building strong relationships with team members and supervisors can also help quickly resolve any issues that arise on the production line.

What is the difference between Production Worker vs Machine Operator?

AspectProduction WorkerMachine Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentHigh school diploma; technical training often preferred
Work EnvironmentFactories, assembly lines, manufacturing plantsFactories, manufacturing lines, equipment-focused settings
Job RoleAssists in assembly, packaging, and basic production tasksOperates machinery to produce goods, monitors equipment
Industry UsageCommon across manufacturing sectorsSpecific to industries with automated or semi-automated machinery

Production Workers and Machine Operators often work in manufacturing environments, but Machine Operators focus more on operating and maintaining machinery, while Production Workers handle a broader range of assembly and packaging tasks. Both roles require similar credentials and are essential in production processes.

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Production Worker

Shelton, WA • On-site

Lignetics, Inc.
Construction • 201 - 500 employees
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$19 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Lignetics rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job: Production Worker / Shavings Baler Operator
Location: Shelton, WA
Job Type: Full Time
Shift Schedule:  M-Th, swing shift
Salary: $19-20/hour

** Pre-employment background check and drug screen required

Production Worker / Shavings Baler Operator
Lignetics is developing a portfolio of consumer brands in several different categories including wood pellets for home heating, BBQ pellets for grilling, wood pellets and shavings for animal bedding, and a wood fiber-based cat litter. Each of our products have unique features and benefits but are all linked with a wonderful recycled, renewable, sustainable, and carbon neutral story. We turn recycled saw dust into value-add, branded consumer products.

Production Worker / Shavings Baler Operator Responsibilities:
  • Assist and operate various packaging equipment.
  • Work in close proximity of machines that compress wood by-products generated from mill operations or like manufacturing processes.
  • Open compression chamber doors, facilitates placement of bags and removal of bales from packaging equipment.
  • Record bales weights and keep records of daily activity per company standards.
  • Perform routine maintenance on packaging equipment.
  • Requires ability to learn and preform standard setups, adjustments, routine maintenance and operating characteristics of all packaging equipment.
  • Forklift certified or able to obtain forklift certification to perform basic forklift duties time to time required by the company.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.

Production Worker / Shavings Baler Operator Qualifications/Education:
  • High School diploma or GED preferred.
  • Manufacturing and production line experience preferred.
  • Must possess good eye, hand and foot coordination.
  • Will need to concentrate for extended periods of time and multitask.
  • Will be lifting 50 lbs. and standing for a minimum of 7 hours per day.
  • Requires mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
  • Requires the ability to do simple math calculations.

Production Worker / Shavings Baler Operator Benefits:
  • Employee referral bonus program.
  • 2 weeks paid time off + 2 floating holidays.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (FSA & HSA options).
  • Educational assistance.
  • Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability.
  • 401(k) with employer match & immediate vesting.
  • Employee heating pellet program.
  • Lignetics SWAG gear to include an annual pair of work boots & other PPE.

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