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Production Operator

PLACERS
Newark, DE Full Time | Temporary
POSTED ON 3/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026

Placers is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Production Operator to support day-to-day manufacturing operations in a fast-paced production environment. This role is responsible for operating equipment, assembling large-scale components, performing quality checks, and maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with hands-on manufacturing or assembly experience who thrive in structured, process-driven environments.

Schedule: 8am-4:30pm Mon-Fri

Pay: $20-23/hr, weekly pay!!

Duties

  • Follow production schedules and work orders to meet daily output goals
  • Operate and monitor production equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Perform quality checks at multiple stages of the production process
  • Read and follow blueprints, assembly drawings, and work instructions
  • Assemble, clean, lubricate, and maintain components on the production floor
  • Ensure all work complies with safety, environmental, and quality standards
  • Identify and report quality issues or safety hazards to supervisors
  • Maintain clean, organized, and efficient work areas (5S standards)
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding production status
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for process improvement
  • Assist in other production areas as needed based on business priorities

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • 3 years of experience in a hard-tech manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, or chemical manufacturing environment
  • Experience with assembly of large-scale equipment (refrigerator-sized to shipping-container-sized preferred)
  • Blueprint reading experience required
  • Ability to pass extensive background and drug screening
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 30 pounds

Equal Employment Opportunity
Placers will recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals, as well as administer any and all personnel actions, without regard to race, religion, creed or color, national origin, ancestry, mental and/or physical disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by law. Placers will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals and will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination.

Diversity and Inclusion Promise
At Placers, we will continue to make our workplaces trusting places to have complex and sometimes difficult conversations about diversity and inclusion.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $23

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