Production Worker Jobs in Amsterdam, NY

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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Equipment Operator

  • Fort Plain, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Plain, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Line of Business: Other About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S....

HMA Plant Operator

  • Fort Plain, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fort Plain, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 20 days ago

Line of Business: Asphalt About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Sewing Machine Operator

  • Schenectady, NY (14 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (14 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 24 days ago

Position Overview We are seeking a skilled individual responsible for operating and maintaining industrial sewing machines. You will play a crucial role in producing high-quality textile products,...

Press Operator

  • Cohoes, NY (24 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Cohoes, NY (24 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Printing Press Operator - Set-Up Tech Entry Level Location: Cohoes, NY Shift/Hours: 1st Shift: Monday Thursday, 6:00 AM 4:30 PM Pay Rate: $18-20/hour Job Overview: The Press Operator is...

Press Operator

  • Cohoes, NY (24 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cohoes, NY (24 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Printing Press Operator Set-Up Tech Entry Level Location: Cohoes, NY Shift/Hours: 1st Shift: Monday Thursday, 6:00 AM 4:30 PM Pay Rate: $18-20/hour Job Overview: The Press Operator is responsible...

Pallet Sorting Machine Operator - Weekend Day Shift

  • Gloversville, NY (16 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gloversville, NY (16 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Skills & Knowledge: Prior experience with machine operation preferred, but not required. Prior Forklift experience and certification preferred, but not required....

Machine Operator 2nd Shift

  • Gloversville, NY (16 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gloversville, NY (16 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Who We Are: Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine,...

Heavy Equipment Operator

  • Sharon Springs, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sharon Springs, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage: $21.45 - $24.95 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Machinist

  • Voorheesville, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Voorheesville, NY (23 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Our solutions are a key part of most industries - electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. Working with us means working with the latest...

Production Operator

  • Schenectady, NY (14 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schenectady, NY (14 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Production Operator Posting Start Date: 1/24/25 City: Schenectady Welcome to Cascades! At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you...

Equipment Operator-County Waste-Clifton Park

  • Clifton Park, NY (19 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (19 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a safety conscious Equipment Operator to join the team at County Waste and Recycling in Clifton Park. In this position you will be operating equipment such as bulldozers, wheel...

Mail Clerks, Except Mail Machine Operators and Postal Servic

  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Albany, NY (22 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 3 days ago

MAIL CLERK IN Albany, NY, USA! Date Posted: 03/06/2025 Hiring Organization: Rose International Position Number: 479265 Job Title: Mail Clerk Job Location: Albany, NY, USA, 12205 Work Model: Onsite...

Product Assembler

  • Amsterdam, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Amsterdam, NY
  • 5 days ago

Mohawk Lifts LLC Product Assembler in Amsterdam , New York GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Product Assembler is a team member of the final assembly group and is primarily responsible for daily...

Shaving Machine Operator

  • Johnstown, NY (12 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Johnstown, NY (12 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Will operate machine that shaves leather to proper thickness per work order specifications.Will practice safety awareness in all actions, including machine operation and lock-out/tag-out procedures...

FLEX Production Operator

  • Guilderland Center, NY (19 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Guilderland Center, NY (19 miles from Amsterdam, NY)
  • 8 days ago

FLEX Production Operator Pay: $ 23.60 per hour Shift & Working Hours: This role is part of our Flex Manufacturing Program. This is a part-time role with flexible hours, where you can choose your...

Demographic Data for Amsterdam, NY

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Salary for Production Worker Jobs in Amsterdam, NY

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Highest Education Level

Production Workers in Amsterdam, NY 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 Amsterdam, NY
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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