Production Worker Jobs in West Haven, CT

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

  • Southington, CT (23 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Southington, CT (23 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 hour ago

Assembler Industrial & Manufacturing $ 18 - $ 19.50 / Hour location_on Southington, Connecticut work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is...

CNC Screw Machinist

  • Cheshire, CT (15 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cheshire, CT (15 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 hour ago

Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and make necessary adjustments. Inspect finished products to ensure quality and adnce to specifications....

Film Machine Operator

  • West Haven, CT
  • 19 hours ago
  • West Haven, CT
  • 19 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY Responsible and accountable for set-up, operation of machinery. Responsible for ensuring the machine produces high quality products, runs smoothly and at capacity, and is properly...

Fluid Bed Machine Operator

  • West Haven, CT
  • 19 hours ago
  • West Haven, CT
  • 19 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY Responsible and accountable for set-up, operation of machinery. Responsible for ensuring the machine produces high quality products, runs smoothly and at capacity, and is properly...

Light Industrial - Machinist

  • Stratford, CT (9 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stratford, CT (9 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Machinist Stratford, Connecticut, United States | Posted: 3/11/2025 Job Description: Responsible for set up and operation of one or more computer numerical controlled machining centers. Performs...

Machine Operator A

  • Orange, CT (3 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, CT (3 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Position UNION: Machine Operator A Department: Distribution Construction & Maintenance Number of Positions: 1 Location: CT - Orange - 60 Marsh Hill Rd Hourly Rate: $46.64 - $51.10 SUMMARY: Under...

Blending Machine Operator

  • West Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • West Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago

Nesco Resource is looking for a Machine Operator for our client in West Haven. This is a temporary to permanent position for the right candidate! Shift : Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday 6:30pm 7:30am...

Machine Operator - Now Hiring

  • Seymour, CT (14 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seymour, CT (14 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to land a job with a different kind of company one where worker safety and wellbeing are top priorities? Where people who take the initiative get recognized and rewarded? Where you'll take...

Machinist

  • Stratford, CT (9 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stratford, CT (9 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities • You will set up and operate various types of CNC machinery such as mills or lathes, or conventional machines such as mills, lathes, or grinders. • Machine complex parts to...

CNC Swiss Screw Machinist

  • Cheshire, CT (15 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cheshire, CT (15 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago

salary: $50,000 - $55,000 per year shift: First work hours: 6 AM - 4:30 PM education: No Degree Required Responsibilities - Set up and operate CNC screw machines to perform machining operations according...

Utility Operator

  • Bridgeport, CT (14 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (14 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago

WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Utility Operator. Working under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor and the direction of the Control Room Operator, the Utility Operator will be...

General Production Worker

  • Southington, CT (23 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southington, CT (23 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Aerotek General Production Worker in Southington , Connecticut Job Title: Bar Saw Operator Location: Southington, CT Shift: 2nd Shift Job Summary: Yarde Metals is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented...

Machine Operator 12 hour shift

  • West Haven, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • West Haven, CT
  • 2 days ago

Nesco Resource is looking for a Machine Operator for our client in West Haven. This is a temporary to permanent position for the right candidate! Responsibilities Operates assigned machine(s) in...

CV 2 Operator

  • Seymour, CT (14 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seymour, CT (14 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Familiarity with production line management and quality assurance standards. Competence in basic computer skills for data entry and record-keeping....

Machinist

  • Seymour, CT (14 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seymour, CT (14 miles from West Haven, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Tooling & Setup: Select and install appropriate tools, fixtures, and workpieces for machining operations....

Demographic Data for West Haven, CT

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in West Haven, CT

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in West Haven, CT 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 West Haven, CT
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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