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Point Management

Manufacturing Technician

Waterbury, CT · On-site

$46K/yr

Manufacturing Technician About Shangri-La At Shangri-La, we are building something special. We are a multi state cannabis company focused on creating safe, compliant, and high quality cultivation ...

Point Management

Manufacturing Technician

Waterbury, CT · On-site

$46K/yr

Manufacturing TechnicianAbout Shangri-La At Shangri-La, we are building something special. We are a multi state cannabis company focused on creating safe, compliant, and high quality cultivation ...

Lightera

Cable Manufacturing Technician

Avon, CT · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

Staffmark is partnering with one of our major manufacturing partners in the Avon area to hire hands-on Manufacturing Technicians for their growing Cable Manufacturing operation. This is a Direct Hire ...

LIGHTERA

Manufacturing Technician

Avon, CT · On-site

We're looking for Manufacturing Technicians to join our division located in Avon, CT, and help support our continued business growth. The selected candidates will work on either our 2nd or 3rd shift ...

IDEX

Manufacturing Production Manager

Farmington, CT · On-site

$88K - $132K/yr

The Manufacturing Manager at Mott is a handson leader who serves as a mentor, coach, and role model for frontline manufacturing teams. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about ...

Lightera

Manufacturing Technician

Avon, CT · On-site

Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with ...

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How much do weekend manufacturing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend manufacturing in Meriden, CT is $24.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.81 and $28.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Weekend Manufacturing?

A Weekend Manufacturing job typically involves working in a production or assembly facility during weekends, often on a compressed schedule. These roles are designed to maintain operations outside of standard weekday shifts, ensuring continuous production. Responsibilities may include operating machinery, assembling products, quality control, or packaging. Weekend shifts are ideal for those seeking flexibility or supplemental income.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Weekend Manufacturing?

To thrive in a Weekend Manufacturing role, you need a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety procedures, and quality control, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with machinery operation, basic hand tools, and occasionally ERP or inventory management systems is beneficial. Dependability, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are key soft skills for success in this environment. These attributes help ensure consistent production output, maintenance of safety standards, and smooth collaboration during weekend shifts.

What is the typical schedule and work environment like for Weekend Manufacturing?

Weekend Manufacturing roles usually require employees to work Friday through Sunday, or during specific weekend shifts, which can offer flexibility for those seeking part-time or alternative schedules. The work environment is generally fast-paced and team-oriented, with an emphasis on safety and meeting production targets. You can expect to operate machinery, monitor product quality, and collaborate with colleagues and supervisors to maintain efficient workflow. This setting offers a supportive atmosphere where reliable attendance and good communication are highly valued. Over time, dedicated weekend staff may become eligible for advancement into full-time or supervisory roles.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Manufacturing job openings in Meriden, CT as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, and 26% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $50,857 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Associate Manufacturing Engineering

GKN Aerospace Careers

Cromwell, CT • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support the manufacturing process for resin transfer molding and composite fabric layup.

  • Perform engineering tasks such as planning, designing, and modifying tooling and processes to support production.

  • Resolve production problems and update standard work instructions for assigned parts.

Job description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

GKN Aerospace is seeking an Associate level Manufacturing Engineer to support the manufacturing process (Resin Transfer Molding, Composite Fabric Layup) with technical responsibility for part fabrication in a fast moving environment. Performs a variety of engineering tasks in daily manufacturing support through planning, designing, and modifying tooling and processes. Resolves production problems and completes required updates to standard work instructions on assigned part(s).

Job Responsibilities

  • Job Responsibilities

    • Exemplifying a safety first mindset and ensuring compliance with the GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards
    • Deliver technical support of manufacturing processes
    • Employ Zero Defect Manufacturing tools to eliminate non-conformances and reworks.
    • Continuously improve production processes by implementing Lean Initiatives
    • Support/lead root cause and corrective action investigations
    • Responsible for the development and continuous improvement of manufacturing process solutions to complex problems
    • Self-starter and pro-active problem solver
    • Ability to develop working relationships with other departments
    • Ability to explain concepts to a variety of audiences effectively
Job Qualifications

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelors in engineering or related fields (i.e. Mechanical, Materials, Chemical, Aerospace, etc.)
  • Strong Communication skills
  • U.S. Citizen.
  • 0-3 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with 3D CAD software. Preferably NX or CATIA
  • Experience in creating working instructions
  • Physical
  • Must be able to work in a production environment and travel throughout the facility to obtain information needed to perform job functions.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 30lbs, using proper lifting techniques.

We'll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further.  And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN.  We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we've created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute.  It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'.  By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. 

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