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TOLEDO TOOL AND DIE CO

Die Setter 2nd Shift

Pioneer, OH · On-site

$22/hr

Must be available to work overtime (daily, weekends & some holidays) * WHAT TOLEDO TOOL & DIE CAN ... Previous experience in a factory is beneficial but not necessary * Strong work ethic * Positive ...

TOLEDO TOOL AND DIE CO

Die Setter

Pioneer, OH · On-site

$22/hr

Must be available to work overtime (daily, weekends & some holidays) * WHAT TOLEDO TOOL & DIE CAN ... Previous experience in a factory is beneficial but not necessary * Strong work ethic * Positive ...

TOLEDO TOOL AND DIE CO

Press Operator

Pioneer, OH · On-site

$17/hr

Must be available to work overtime (daily, weekends & some holidays) * WHAT TOLEDO TOOL & DIE CAN ... Previous experience in a factory is beneficial but not necessary * Strong work ethic * Positive ...

Campbell's

Seasonal General Labor

Napoleon, OH · On-site

$20.48/hr

... Rao's Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder's of Hanover.Swanson, and V8. Here, you will make a ... Weekends are scheduled on an as need basis. Individual base pay depends on work location and ...

Baughman Tile Company, Inc.

End Line Technician

Paulding, OH

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Previous industrial factory experience. * Previous forklift experience. * Excellent work history ... Weekend requirements are posted by Wednesday each week. To be considered for an interview with our ...

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How much do weekend factory jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend factory in Defiance, OH is $15.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.09 and $16.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend factory job?

Weekend factory jobs are positions in manufacturing or production facilities that require employees to work primarily on weekends. These roles are often designed to cover increased production demands during weekends or to provide continuous operations in factories that run 24/7. Weekend factory workers may be involved in tasks such as assembly, packaging, machine operation, or quality control. These jobs can be either part-time or full-time, depending on the employer's needs, and may offer shift differentials or additional pay for weekend hours.

What challenges do employees face working weekend shifts in a factory?

Employees working weekend factory shifts often face challenges such as adjusting to non-traditional work hours, which can impact work-life balance and social activities. Additionally, weekend teams may operate with fewer staff, requiring employees to be flexible and sometimes take on multiple responsibilities. Communication with weekday teams is crucial to ensure smooth handovers and continuity of production. Despite these challenges, weekend shifts can offer benefits like shift differentials and opportunities for faster advancement due to increased responsibility.

What is the difference between Weekend Factory vs Part-Time Factory Worker?

AspectWeekend FactoryPart-Time Factory Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma often requiredHigh school diploma often required
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant, shift-basedManufacturing plant, flexible hours
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing sectors for weekend shiftsUsed across various industries for flexible part-time roles
Search & Comparison IntentPeople looking for weekend-specific manufacturing rolesIndividuals seeking flexible or part-time factory work

The main difference is that a Weekend Factory role specifically involves working during weekends, often with shift-based hours, while a Part-Time Factory Worker may work flexible hours throughout the week. Both roles typically require similar credentials and are common in manufacturing industries, but their scheduling and search intent differ.

What skills and qualifications are needed to work in a weekend factory job?

To thrive as a Weekend Factory Worker, you typically need basic manufacturing skills, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with assembly line machinery, safety protocols, and sometimes inventory management systems is commonly required. Reliability, teamwork, and strong communication are valuable soft skills in this environment. These abilities are crucial for maintaining production efficiency, ensuring safety, and contributing positively to overall factory operations during weekend shifts.
What are the most commonly searched types of Factory jobs in Defiance, OH? The most popular types of Factory jobs in Defiance, OH are:
What cities near Defiance, OH are hiring for Weekend Factory jobs? Cities near Defiance, OH with the most Weekend Factory job openings:
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Infographic showing various Weekend Factory job openings in Defiance, OH as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 7% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,082 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

Maintenance Lead I - 2nd Shift

Hearthside Food Solutions LLC

Mccomb, OH • On-site

$50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Hearthside Food Solutions rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

339th of 434 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

What We Want to Give You:
We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including:
• health/dental/vision insurance • 401(k) retirement plan • flex spending accounts • short & long-term disability • paid holidays and vacation • bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.).
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday + Overtime/Weekends
2nd Shift: 2:00PM to 10:00PM
SIGN-ON BONUS INCENTIVE:
We are providing a sign-on bonus for every new hire starting as a Maintenance Lead I at the McComb, OH facility. The payout is broken down as below:
  • Maintenance Lead I: $5000k - 50% on 1st pay, 50% in 90 days

Job Summary:
Responsible for equipment reliability, including, but not limited to: performing PM's, work orders and other emergency repairs as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or yourself. This position exists to ensure the production equipment is properly maintained to produce a wide variety of products. Additionally, this position will act as a liaison between Production leadership and maintenance technicians with the coordination of repairs. Will regularly participate in inspecting equipment, structures or material; work on all requests for the various types of maintenance work assigned. This role will also act as a fill-in for the maintenance supervisor.
Job Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Coordinates with others of varying levels to ensure alignment and prioritization to direct technicians.
  • Troubleshoot and perform mechanical and some electrical repairs on processing equipment
  • Work with the supervisor to plan, schedule, and execute PM's based on production line downtime and priorities including performing PM's yourself.
  • Properly document work performed through the CMMS system and hold the team accountable to logging time, parts, and comments/details of work performed.
  • Operate a forklift and manlift as needed
  • Actively participate and support maintenance/production KPIs. Attend meetings as required.
  • Troubleshoot and performing electrical repairs on processing equipment from 24 volt DC to 480 volt AC
  • Perform electrical schematic reading
  • Mentor junior grade mechanics and operators
  • Oversee and direct others as required by assignment
  • Prepare reports for End of Shift summaries
  • Work with safety in mind at all times, maintain a clean and organized work space and audit the shop for these attributes also.

Required Competencies & Knowledge:
Knowledge of:
  • Knowledge and experience in industrial maintenance
  • Knowledge of root cause analysis and breakdown analysis
  • Knowledge of PM practices and why it is necessary.

Skill In:
  • Proficiency in Mechanical repairs on processing equipment
  • Fabrication with use of TIG and MIG welders, Lathe, Mill, Drill Press, Bench Grinder, Band Saw, Shear, Break, Press, and other shop and hand tools
  • Read and interpret documents such drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, as well as equipment manuals.
  • Solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Electrical Knowledge including AC/DC circuits, motor controls including VFD's preferred
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings
  • Use electrical test instruments such as volt/ohm/milliamp-meter, amp probe and megger preferred
  • Multi-tasking while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to:
  • Communicate efficiently, analyze, lead, work effectively with all levels of the organization
  • Be detail-oriented, self-directed, have strong self-confidence and excellent oral communication skills

Proficiency in: MS Office - Outlook and Excel, and CMMS systems such as EAM, MVP, etc.
Work Environment:
  • Continuous production environment exposure; which includes noise, dust, moving machinery, fork lifts and fluctuations in temperature
  • Maintain harmonious working relations with employees from all departments and management from all levels
  • Communicate effectively with all employees and management

Physical Requirements:
  • Standing for extended periods of time
  • Stand, walk and climb stairs on a frequent basis
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds on an infrequent basis

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 1-3 years minimum in a leadership role
  • 3 - 7 years of related work experience (food industry is a plus)
  • Strong electrical troubleshooting up to 480V desired

Safety & Environmental:
Employee shall follow factory safety & environmental objectives and targets; follow the plant safety rules, report incidents and near misses immediately, maintain compliance with regulations, and take personal ownership of the Safety in their area - to include the safety of visitors and contractors. The employee will also take action to reduce negative environmental impacts by conserving paper, electricity, water and will also recycle all appropriate materials (paper, plastic, food, etc.)
Quality:
Employees shall follow factory food safety, quality objectives & targets; follow Good Manufacturing Practices, report food safety and quality issues immediately and maintain compliance with regulations. The employee will also understand the food safety and quality aspects of the position as indicated on QMS, OJT's and SOP's that apply
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.
Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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