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Working as a production worker: the work, the salary and the career progression<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

No diploma required, no years of experience. What you do need: two hands, the willingness to learn and the discipline to arrive on time. This is what productive work brings you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Manufacturing work means that you work in a factory or production hall. You make products, check quality, assemble parts, or operate a machine. The tasks vary from company to company, but the entry threshold is low everywhere. If you are physically fit, can follow instructions, and can work with concentration, this is right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A typical day begins with a brief briefing. You hear what is being produced that day, which machine you are operating and what the quality standard is. After that, you get to work. Typical tasks include assembling products on a conveyor belt, loading or unloading materials, checking products for defects, refilling or setting up machines, and packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Physically, the work is active. You stand for most of your shift, sometimes lifting, bending, and repeating the same action several times per minute. After a few weeks, it becomes automatic. It takes an average of two to four weeks to get used to it. During that period, you get to know the machine, the safety procedures, and the pace of the line. After that, you work independently.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What does EU-People arrange for you?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are new to the Netherlands or just starting out, practical matters can sometimes be a barrier. EU-People arranges accommodation near your workplace and organizes transportation to the workplace. You will have a personal job coach who will guide you in the beginning, even if you have questions about your contract, your pay slip, or your work situation. You don\u2019t have to figure it out on your own.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Current starting rates in production and assembly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Function<\/th>Location<\/th>Hourly wage<\/th>Service<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Production worker wood assembly<\/td>Nuenen<\/td>\u20ac 16,38 \u2013 \u20ac 16,67<\/td>Daycare<\/td><\/tr>
Plastic Welder<\/td>Nuenen<\/td>\u20ac 16,52<\/td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr>
Plastic Welder<\/td>Son<\/td>\u20ac 15,75 \u2013 \u20ac 17,00<\/td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr>
Maintenance & Logistics Worker<\/td>Eindhoven<\/td>\u20ac 17,85<\/td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr>
CNC Operator (Plastics), 2 Shifts<\/td>Eindhoven<\/td>\u20ac 23,19<\/td>2-teams<\/td><\/tr>
Cleanroom Operator<\/td>Helmond<\/td>\u20ac 17,89<\/td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Step 1 & 2 \u2014 Production worker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You start without any experience and learn the work on the job floor. After six to twelve months, you know the line well and help new colleagues. Salary: \u20ac 15.75 to \u20ac 17.89 per hour, depending on sector and company, plus any shift allowance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3 \u2014 Operator<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You independently operate a machine, set it up for a new production run and resolve minor malfunctions. No diploma required. Example: CNC Operator Plastic 2-shifts in Eindhoven at \u20ac 23.19 per hour \u2014 almost \u20ac 7.00 more than a starter position.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4 \u2014 Installer or technical worker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You set up machines for multiple operators, supervise the line, and have a controlling role. Many people get trained based on work experience, without having to return to school.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Current vacancies in production and assembly \u2014 region Eindhoven, Nuenen, Son and Helmond<\/h2>\n\n\n