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Clayton Homes

1st Shift Production Worker

Winfield, AL

$12 - $14.25/hr

First Shift operation hours are Monday-Thursday * 6:00 AM - 4:40 PM *subject to overtime as needed. Production Worker Duties could include any of the following: * General Labor * Feeder * Boxer

Clayton Homes

1st Shift Production Worker

Winfield, AL · On-site

$12 - $14.25/hr

First Shift operation hours are Monday-Thursday * 6:00 AM - 4:40 PM *subject to overtime as needed. Production Worker Duties could include any of the following: * General Labor * Feeder * Boxer

JADCO Manufacturing

Production Workers- All Shifts

Harmony, PA · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

The JADCO Production Worker will have a background in the heavy industrial or metal manufacturing ... Current Openings: 1st shift: (6:30am-2:45pm) Machine Operator Roll Operator Burn Table Operator ...

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Production Associate 1st Shift (M-F)

Milwaukee, WI

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

We are hiring immediately FIRST SHIFT full-time Laundry Production Workers! Walk In For Onsite Interview and More Details! * LOCATION: 9905 S 13th Street Oak Creek WI 53154 * SCHEDULE: 5AM - 1:30PM ...

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How much do production workers 1st shift jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 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.

What is a production worker 1st shift?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a production worker 1st shift?

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.

What is the difference between Production Workers 1St Shift vs Production Workers 2Nd Shift?

AspectProduction Workers 1St ShiftProduction Workers 2Nd Shift
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.

What does a typical day look like for a production worker 1st shift?

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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Infographic showing various Production Workers 1St Shift job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,551 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

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ColorCoat

Cuyahoga Falls, OH • On-site

$13.25 - $15.75/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Production Line 1st Shift

ColorCoat, Inc., headquartered in West Sacramento, CA, is the largest paint and coatings applicator in the US, serving window and door manufacturers with multiple facilities across the country.

Being a part of a dynamic team means being in a tiered paid structure. We don't just cross train – we train you to know every production cell and earn a tiered wage rate where there is always room to earn more as you learn and grow.

We are seeking individuals who want to be a part of our company and grow with us in our Cuyahoga Falls, OH, location. This individual must be a self-starter and team player. Someone who understands the production line and is willing to learn. This individual must have a keen attention to detail and be consistent with the ability to maintain productive speed. Punctuality is key to our output.

Duties and responsibilities include the following – other duties may be assigned:

  • Disassembles window and door units in preparation for production
  • Must be able to lift and stage multiple units on production carts.
  • Labels each piece of unit with specific ID numbers and colors.
  • Pushes each cart to next production cell.
  • Cleaning and masking window and door frames and other parts in preparation for painting.
  • Checks the surface of the unit and determines if silicone is present. Removes silicone using a razor blade, sanding pad, or other tools.
  • Uses air hose to blow off particles
  • Reports defects to floor lead.
  • Removes masking paper and tape from painted window and door after quality approved.
  • Cleans paint and glue from glass and inserts bulb seal if present.
  • Inserts screen into frame if present and inserts weep hole covers if required.
  • Assembles window and door with all parts removed during disassemble.
  • Packages units based on customer requirements.
  • Scans and adheres label on window if required.
  • Stages on carts for shipping per customer
  • Applies Banding/strapping as required.

Perform other related duties as assigned. Follow all safety guidelines and maintains clean workspace. Maintains productive pace set by Floor Lead and/or Manager and follows managers' direction.

Physical demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and ability to see color.

Work environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

ColorCoat, Inc, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your right to work – in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Job type: Full-time

COVID-19 considerations: ColorCoat Inc cares about the health and safety of our employees. We follow all CDC and OSHA requirements. We keep up daily with the COVID-19 Guidelines and disclose the information to all our locations.

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