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A production worker contributes to the manufacturing of parts and goods in various industries, including (but not limited to): construction, food and drink, pharmaceuticals, and engineering.

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FAQs

FAQs

What does a Production worker (manufacturing) do?

A production worker in manufacturing will be expected to work as part of a team and under the supervision of a team/shift leader. Day-to-day duties may include:

Assembling goods on a production line
The packing of goods ready for shipment
Measuring, grading and feeding batches of raw materials into production machinery
Operating equipment for production line purposes
Reporting equipment and machinery defects to maintenance staff
The finishing for products (e.g. applying protective coatings)
Carrying out basic testing and quality checks
Monitoring the production process
Using lifting equipment and forklift trucks
Cleaning and maintaining work areas and machinery

Skills & interests required for a Production worker (manufacturing)

A production worker needs to be good at working with their hands, as well as working with larger machinery. Production workers need to be highly safety conscious and comfortable working in loud and hectic environments. Production workers will need to follow precise instructions to complete their part of the manufacturing process.

What hours does a Production worker (manufacturing) typically do?

Most full-time production workers will be contracted to 37-40 hours per week. This could either be through regular Monday-Friday hours, or shift patterns. There are also often overtime opportunities available.

What environment is a Production worker (manufacturing) based in?

A production worker in manufacturing will work within a factory and be based at a workbench or conveyor belt.

How much does a Production worker (manufacturing) travel?

There is no travel involvement as all tasks are carried out within the factory.

How much does a Production worker (manufacturing) get paid?

A starting salary for a production worker (manufacturing) ranges between £14,000 and £17,000 per annum.

A production worker with more experience can expect a salary between £18,000 and £20,000 per annum.

These salaries could be boosted through extra payments for unsocial shifts and overtime. Some companies also set targets and offer productivity bonuses for those who surpass them.

What qualifications does a Production worker (manufacturing) need?

Currently there are no set entry requirements for the role of production worker in manufacturing. However, some employers may ask for a good level of general education including GCSEs in English and maths.