Production worker vacancies
in Heerlen.
Heerlen offers an attractive job market for production workers, particularly in manufacturing. FlexHero places you within one working week of your agreement, with SNF-certified housing in the Parkstad region and company transport to work.
Production workers keep the lines running — from assembly and packing to quality control. In manufacturing, food or high-tech, you are the link between machine and end product. In Heerlen you are close to manufacturing, smart services and logistics. FlexHero places skilled workers here every day — mainly from other EU countries — with housing in the region and transport to the workplace.
Production worker salary in Heerlen.
Gross hourly pay depends on experience, certification and CAO grading. The indication below applies to assignments in the Parkstad region.
| Experience level | Hourly wage (gross) | Monthly indication (FT) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior (0-2 years' experience) | € 14,00 – 15,00 | — |
| Mid-level (2-5 years) | € 15,00 – 16,50 | € 2.400 – 2.900 |
| Senior (5+ years) | € 17,00 – 18,50 | — |
Indicative — exact grading follows the hirer's remuneration under the client's CAO. Evening, night and weekend allowances come on top of the base wage.
Typical employers in Heerlen.
In and around Heerlen, FlexHero works with several types of client companies that need production workers:
- Machine builder in Heerlen-Noord
- Distribution centre serving the Limburg and German markets
- Metalworking company at Avantis
- Engineering company in Parkstad
We share specific company names during the intake — our clients' privacy comes first.
What will you do?
As a production worker in Heerlen, your working day includes:
- Working a 2- or 3-shift pattern
- Operating production lines and machines
- Assembling, packing and labelling products
- Visual quality control during production
- Reporting faults and providing first-line fixes
- Keeping track of work orders and production quantities
What we ask.
- Willing to work shifts
- Physically fit (standing work, occasional lifting up to 15 kg)
- VCA Basis is a plus
- Experience in production or willingness to be trained
What we offer.
- Weekly pay — paid every Friday, no waiting
- Personal support from a dedicated FlexHero adviser
- Access to FlexHero Academy for (re)certification
- Holiday allowance and pension accrual from day 1
- VCA course via FlexHero if needed (at our expense)
Working as a production worker in Heerlen? We respond within one working day.
Apply in 2 minutes via the form. Our recruiter will respond within one working day.
Production worker in the region.
Frequently asked questions — Production worker in Heerlen.
How quickly can I start work as a production worker in Heerlen?
Response time is one working day. If there are vacancies available in Heerlen, you are often at work within one working week. For international sourcing, the lead time is 1–3 weeks including travel, ID check and housing.
Will I get housing in the Heerlen region?
Yes — FlexHero works exclusively with SNF-certified housing within commuting distance of Heerlen. No overcrowded units, transparent costs.
Which certificates do I need?
For the production worker role we require at least experience in production or a willingness to be trained on the job. You'll find the full list of requirements above. Missing a certificate? You can often obtain it through FlexHero Academy.
What will I earn as a production worker in Heerlen?
The gross hourly wage is between € 14,00/hour and 18,50/hour, depending on experience and CAO grading. Evening, night and weekend allowances come on top of the base wage.
