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Production Worker Plastic Injection Molding Facility HQC Inc - Oswego, IL Starting Pay: $16.50hr 1st Shift: 6:45AM to 3:15PM HQC Incorporated Profile: HQC is a plastic injection molding company in ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for production workers 1st shift 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.

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Production Workers 1st Shift are employees who work in manufacturing or assembly roles during the first shift of the workday, typically starting in the early morning and ending in the afternoon. Their main responsibilities include operating machinery, assembling products, inspecting materials, and ensuring the production process runs smoothly and safely. Working the 1st shift usually means having a more traditional work schedule, which can be desirable for work-life balance. Production workers are essential in industries such as automotive, electronics, food processing, and more.

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To thrive as a Production Worker 1st Shift, you need basic manufacturing knowledge, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with machinery, hand tools, safety protocols, and sometimes inventory management systems is typically required. Dependability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are important soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities ensure efficient production processes, safety compliance, and effective collaboration on the factory floor.

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Work HoursTypically 6:00 AM - 2:30 PMTypically 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Work EnvironmentSame manufacturing setting, different shift hoursSame manufacturing setting, different shift hours
CredentialsUsually no special certifications requiredUsually no special certifications required
Employer UsageCommonly used for day shift production rolesCommonly used for evening shift production roles

Production Workers 1St Shift and Production Workers 2Nd Shift perform similar tasks within the same manufacturing environment. The primary difference lies in their working hours, with the first shift typically starting in the morning and the second shift in the afternoon or evening. Both roles generally require similar credentials and are used by employers to cover different operational hours, ensuring continuous production.

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A typical day for a Production Worker on the 1st shift involves arriving early to participate in team meetings, reviewing daily production targets, and operating machinery or assembling products on the manufacturing line. Responsibilities may also include quality checks, troubleshooting minor equipment issues, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace. Collaboration with supervisors and other team members is key to ensuring production goals are met efficiently and safely. The work environment is often fast-paced, requiring attention to detail and strong communication skills.
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Production Worker- 1st Shift

HQC

Aurora, IL • On-site

$16.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Production Worker Plastic Injection Molding Facility
HQC Inc - Oswego, IL


Starting Pay: $16.50hr


1st Shift: 6:45AM to 3:15PM
HQC Incorporated Profile:
HQC is a plastic injection molding company in business for 38 years and in Oswego for 29 years. We operate a clean modern air-conditioned facility making parts for food packaging, medical devices, and personal care products. We provide high quality high reliability services to our customers. HQC Operates 24/7. Your schedule may require you to work weekdays, Saturday, and/or Sunday as needed. You will not be required to work every weekend. We have a strict dress code, PPE and other policies that must be followed due to making products for Food, Medical, Personal Care products.
Benefits:
• 7 paid Holidays starting after 30 days
• 40 hours PTO (paid time off) after 90 days, additional time off will follow
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, 1st of the month after 60 days
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match after 90 days (100% vesting from start)
• Opportunities for advancement
Job Overview:
The Production Worker / Inspector reports to the Shift Supervisor and/ or Assistant.
• HQC has a training program for our QT’s to ensure you have the skills necessary to succeed.
• HQC operates 20+ injection molding machines, and many secondary operations including ultrasonic welding, and assembly.
• You will learn how to perform your duties from start to finish daily
• You will learn to run other workstations during your training period
• Main duties include inspecting the parts for defects or contamination and packing the product into boxes or totes
• Ensure customers get quality parts every time
• No physical limitations as this position requires standing, walking and lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Previous packing and warehouse experience is helpful, but not required
• Attention to detail
• It is important to be able to read, write, speak, and understand English, as much as possible. All postings, booklets, videos, and tests are in English.

  • No education is required


www.hqcinc.com


Applications are also available in person Monday through Friday - 8:00AM to 4:00PM

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Company Description

HQC Incorporated specializes in plastic molding and value-added secondary services for the food, beverage, medical, personal care and packaging markets. We serve select companies looking to gain an advantage through fast response times, Quality, design for manufacturability and prompt prototype turnarounds. Executive oversight allows HQC teams and leaders to make swift decisions and produce your project to the best of our ability, in a safe and efficient manner.