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Posted August 17, 2026

Manufacturing Associate

DES Employment Group
Davenport, IA, US Full Time
16USD - 18USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description


Manufacturing Associate | Multiple Shifts

Location: Davenport, IA

Pay: $16.00–$18.00 per hour

Shifts Available: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:

We are hiring dependable Manufacturing Machine Operators for multiple full-time openings in Davenport, Iowa.

These positions are a strong fit for candidates with 1–2 years of manufacturing, production, machine operation, warehouse, or quality inspection experience. Applicants should be comfortable working around industrial machinery and completing hands-on production work.

Multiple departments and shifts are available.

Available Opportunities

Depending on your experience and interests, you may be considered for positions involving:

  • Machine operation
  • Entry-level CNC machine operation
  • Product inspection and quality checks
  • Grinding and finishing
  • Packaging and material handling
  • Shipping and receiving
  • General production support
Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities may vary by department but can include:

  • Operate production machinery safely and efficiently
  • Load and unload materials or parts
  • Monitor machines during the production process
  • Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy
  • Use basic measuring tools and follow work instructions
  • Package, label, and prepare products for shipment
  • Complete production paperwork and enter basic information into computer systems
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Follow all safety and quality procedures
  • Report equipment or production problems to a supervisor
Qualifications
  • At least 1 year of recent manufacturing, production, warehouse, or machine operation experience preferred
  • Willingness to learn new machines and manufacturing processes
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Strong attendance and reliability
  • Basic math and measurement skills
  • Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment
  • Ability to stand for most of the shift
  • Ability to lift and move materials as required
  • Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift

Previous CNC experience is helpful but not required for all positions.

What We Are Looking For

The strongest candidates will have:

  • A consistent work history
  • Previous experience working around production equipment
  • Good attention to detail
  • A safety-focused attitude
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • An interest in building long-term manufacturing experience
Pay and Schedule
  • Pay ranges from $16.00–$18.00 per hour based on experience, position, and shift
  • Full-time schedules
  • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift opportunities available
  • Overtime may be available depending on production needs
Apply Today

Apply today with an updated resume or a detailed description of your recent manufacturing experience. Qualified applicants will be contacted to discuss available departments, shifts, and next steps.

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