Top 202 Production operator Jobs in Hickory, Nc

Process Operator I
LSC Environmental Products, LLC. —Lenoir, NC
- $18.50 - $21.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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CNC Programmer
Utility Solutions, Inc —Hickory, NC
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
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Machine Operator 1st Shift
Airlite Plastics Co. —Hildebran, NC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Perioperative Care
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Sewing Machine Operator-Experienced
Paladin Furniture —Hiddenite, NC
- $18 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Warehouse experience
- Fair chance
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Machine Operator
HTI - Human Technologies, Inc. —Lincolnton, NC
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Production Supervisor
Flowers Baking Co. of Newton, LLC —Newton, NC
- $58,000 - $62,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Production Supervisor (Night Shift)
Prysmian Group —Claremont, NC
- 12 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Machine Operator - 12 Hour Shift
Catawba Valley Staffing, Inc —Morganton, NC
- $16 - $18 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Manufacturing
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Print Operator
Distinctive Personnel dba Distinctive Workforce Solutions —Hickory, NC
- $17 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Basic math
- Entry level
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Brass Nailer Operator
Arch Staffing and Consulting —Hickory, NC
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Manufacturing
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Production Team Lead (Night Shift)
Prysmian Group —Claremont, NC
- 12 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Forklift Operator/Material Handler
Catawba Valley Staffing, Inc —Hildebran, NC
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
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Wire Drawing Operator - Night Shift 12 hour rotating shifts, requires heavy lifting up to 50 pounds or more.
HSM —Conover, NC
- $18.77 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Heavy lifting
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Machine Operator
KP Staffing —Hickory, NC
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Machine Operator 3rd Shift
Airlite Plastics Co. —Hildebran, NC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Perioperative Care
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Production Coordinator- Day Shift
Corning —Newton, NC
- $24.50 - $30.75 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Showa Material Coordinator
Corning —Newton, NC
- $25.25 - $29.63 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Corrugator - Downstacker 1st Shift
Carolina Container a division of New Indy —Hickory, NC
- $22.59 - $27.52 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing
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Machine Operator Class 1
Gerresheimer —Morganton, NC
- $22.72 an hour
- Computer literacy
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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Lead Packaging Operator 1st
Bosch Group —Lincolnton, NC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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Process Operator I

LSC Environmental Products, LLC.
Lenoir, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$18.50 - $21.50 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Performance dashboards
Production data analysis
Machine operation
Process control instrumentation
Industrial equipment troubleshooting
High school diploma or GED
Manufacturing standard operating procedures
Automated systems
Safety standard operating procedures
Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Mechanical troubleshooting
Production troubleshooting

Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Process Operator I is a critical role in LSC Environmental's manufacturing operation for 1st or 2nd shift. The Process Operator I is responsible for operating automated equipment and systems used to manufacture LSC's line of environmental products including spray-applied landfill cover systems, erosion control coatings, vegetation products, and dust suppression solutions. The right candidate comes from a background in chemical processing, water treatment, industrial manufacturing, or a similar environment where process discipline, mechanical intuition, and safety behavior were non-negotiable. We are building operators who understand what should be happening and notice when it isn't — before something goes wrong.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate assigned production equipment, automated systems, and application machinery according to established SOPs
Monitor process parameters — flow rates, pressures, temperatures, mix ratios — and identify deviations early
Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and complete all required documentation accurately
Execute product changeovers, equipment cleanouts, and startup/shutdown procedures correctly every time
Maintain batch records, production logs, and quality data with precision
Identify and communicate process abnormalities to the Team Lead before they become failures
Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements without exception — stop work when something feels wrong
Participate in cross-training across multiple production lines to build operational versatility
Support continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting solutions
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment at all times
Actively mentor Material Handlers by modeling the right behaviors and process discipline

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in industrial technology, process technology, or related field preferred
1–3 years of experience in a process-oriented manufacturing environment — chemical processing, water/wastewater treatment, food & beverage (high automation), oil & gas, power generation, or paper/pulp operations strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to operate, monitor, and perform basic troubleshooting on automated industrial equipment
Mechanical aptitude — understanding of cause-and-effect relationships in process systems
Ability to read and interpret process documentation, SOPs, batch records, and basic instrument readings
Basic data fluency — comfortable reading dashboards, trending data, and production metrics
Proven safety-first behavior — not just compliance, but genuine awareness and accountability
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision once trained and qualified
Physical ability to work in a manufacturing environment including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and working in varying temperature conditions
Forklift certification preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing environment with exposure to industrial chemicals, dust, noise, and equipment. Full PPE required.

Pay: $18.50 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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production operator jobs in hickory, nc

Process Operator I

CNC Programmer

Machine Operator 1st Shift

Sewing Machine Operator-Experienced

Machine Operator

Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor (Night Shift)

Machine Operator - 12 Hour Shift

Print Operator

Brass Nailer Operator

Production Team Lead (Night Shift)

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Wire Drawing Operator - Night Shift 12 hour rotating shifts, requires heavy lifting up to 50 pounds or more.

Machine Operator

Machine Operator 3rd Shift

Production Coordinator- Day Shift

Showa Material Coordinator

Corrugator - Downstacker 1st Shift

Machine Operator Class 1

Lead Packaging Operator 1st

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