Production Worker Jobs in San Diego, CA

A Production Worker in the manufacturing industry operates and maintains equipment in a factory or warehouse and assembles items for further production or distribution. They have responsibilities such as loading raw materials into the production machines, checking products for quality on the production line, and packaging finished products. They may also be responsible for ensuring that the production line is running smoothly and efficiently, organizing and cleaning the production area, and adhering to all safety regulations. They may also be involved in maintaining records of production outputs and machine conditions.

Essential skills for a Production Worker include manual dexterity, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, excellent attention to detail, and good physical stamina. They should also be familiar with the operation of industrial equipment and machinery, and they should have good problem-solving and communication skills. In terms of certifications, a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, and some positions may require a certification in a relevant field or specific training in the operation of certain types of machinery. Prior roles that could lead to a position as a Production Worker might include Warehouse Associate, Assembly Line Worker, or Machine Operator.

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Assembler

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Load braze alloys; make and install core; and deburr such items as machined parts....

Brewing (Production Operator I)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Configure, operate and monitor machine operations, including both manual & programmable logic controller (PLC) controlled equipment using a human-machine interface (HMI), per SOPs....

Packaging (Production Operator I)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

including cans, lids, cartons, trays, and pallets Clean, sanitize & operate our counter pressure can filler, ensuring shelf-stable product is reaching our customers Configure, operate and monitor machine...

Manufacturing Associate

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

line team....

CNC Router Operator for Sign Company

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Set up, adjust, and operate all the basic machine tools and specialized/advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations....

Machine Operator I

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Machine Operator I Job Description Title: Machine Operator I Location: San Diego, CA, 92121 Duration: 6 months Shift: 1st Shift: 6am-2:30pm/M-F. Summary: Physical requirements? Lift up to 50 lbs,;...

Electrial Assembler

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our...

Trade Compliance Operations Specialist

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Trade Compliance Operations Specialist 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Poway, CA General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable...

CNC Plasma-Laser Operator

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 days ago

un CNC PLASMA-LASER OPERATOR (EL CAJON) On Premise Products compensation: $27-30hr-DOE employment type: job title: CNC Press Brake Operator On Premise Products Inc. is a manufacturing company...

Cleanroom Production Operator

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Experience with cleanroom production, machine operation, multitasking, quality assurance, packaging, and inspection. Familiarity with DHR and computer operation....

Production Assemblers (FT) - Full-Time (San Diego, CA)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Express is looking for Production Assemblers to start immediately with companies in the areas of Miramar, Poway and Rancho Bernardo. We are looking for energetic team members to ensure the...

Assembler

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 6 days ago

What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems...

Manufacturing Associate

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Scale Biosciences, Inc. (ScaleBio) is an early-stage life sciences technology and tools company developing advanced single-cell solutions based upon the Company's highly parallelized way to...

Electronic Assembler

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Electronic Assembler Industrial & Manufacturing $ 17 - $ 22 / Hour location_on El Cajon, California work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is...

Tool Crib Attendant IV

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 7 days ago

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems...

Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.8%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
6.2%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Workers in San Diego, CA
None
41.5%
Less than 1 year
22.5%
2-4 years
21.2%
4-6 years
7.6%
1-2 years
7.2%



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