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Entry level production operator salary in United States, 2026

How much does an Entry Level Production Operator make in the United States?

Average base salary

$19.36
Average $19.36
Low $14.66
High $25.55

The average salary for a entry level production operator is $19.36 per hour in the United States. 871 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 6, 2026).

Entry Level Production Operator job openings in United States

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Entry Level Production
SKYLINE STEEL3.5out of 5 stars.
Camp Hill, PA
$18.94 an hour
20 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Entry Level Production Operator in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Computer Enterprises, Inc. (CE...
 
$140,400per year
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Appliance Factory & Mattress K...
 
$90,000per year
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Nucor Corporation
 
$69,028per year
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El Clasificado
 
$61,963per year
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LP Building Solutions
 
$60,307per year
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Silgan Unicep
 
$57,200per year
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Highest paying cities for Entry Level Production Operators near United States

  1. Anderson, CA
    $22.95 per hour
  2. Chinese Camp, CA
    $22.84 per hour
  3. Franklin, OH
    $20.45 per hour
  4. Allentown, PA
    $19.72 per hour
  5. Albany, OR
    $18.39 per hour

Where can an Entry Level Production Operator earn more?

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