Demo

Production Operator

Gates Corporation
Salem, NH Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

What To Expect

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Salem, NH plant, you will be a Production Operator.

This role is part of our production team, responsible for assembling various sizes and product lines of tube or hydraulic hose assemblies. Assemblers operate equipment to build, cure, process, cut, package, and prepare products for shipment. The majority of, the workday is spent using production machinery to ensure products meet our high-quality standards. You'll join a supportive, team-oriented environment where collaboration is key, and every product is crafted with care for our customers.

Key Responsibilities (to Name a Few)

  • Performing assembly tasks
  • Utilizing a variety of tools and machines
  • Working in a team supporting the safety, productivity, and delivery of high-quality products.
  • Constantly demonstrate safe working habits and follow all safety requirements.
  • Examine materials visually or physically to ensure conformance with established standards.
  • Operate machine controls including recognizing warning devices on machines throughout the process.
  • Plans, evaluates, sets up and runs needed equipment and verifies compliance.
  • Use of scanners & internal production systems

About You

  • Basic reading, math, computer, and measurement skills-required
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow both written and verbal work instructions in English-required
  • Welding experience is a plus
  • Must be able to work 40 hours per week, with additional overtime as needed
  • Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment
  • Must be a team-oriented individual who values and supports a collaborative manufacturing environment

Shifts Available

  • 3:00pm to 11:30pm – Monday - Friday
  • 11:00pm to 7:30am – Sunday - Thursday

Benefits

  • Full-Time
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options:
    • Benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
  • Eligible for 2 weeks of paid vacation, additionally 8 sick days
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 401(k): company matching up to 6%
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to loud. Temperatures can vary depending on weather conditions and can be extreme. Gates is managed in accordance with OSHAS requirements and requires all employees to wear steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and a hard hat.

Salary.com Estimation for Production Operator in Salem, NH
$47,117 to $59,313
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Production Operator?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Production Operator career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$43,603 - $55,670
Income Estimation: 
$53,120 - $69,174
Income Estimation: 
$50,113 - $64,377
Income Estimation: 
$61,656 - $78,069
Income Estimation: 
$59,875 - $77,824
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Gates Corporation

  • Gates Corporation Denver, CO
  • Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a l... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • Gates Corporation Denver, CO
  • Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a l... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • Gates Corporation Denver, CO
  • Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a l... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • Gates Corporation Denver, CO
  • Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a l... more
  • 13 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Production Operator jobs in the Salem, NH area that may be a better fit.

  • Careers Integrated Resources Inc Middleton, MA
  • Job Title: Production Operator Job Location: Middleton, MA Job Duration: 4 to 6 Months Temp to Hire. Pay rate: $19.00 - $22/hr. on W2 Shift: Work shift 1st... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • Net2Source (N2S) Middleton, MA
  • Title: Production Operator Duration: 12 Months with (Contract to Hire) Location: Middleton, MA Shift Timings: 7:15 AM - 3:30 PM Duties: Practice Safe work ... more
  • 28 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!