Factory Production Worker

Location: Leiria, Portugal

Salary: €950-€1,220/month

Job type: Full-time

Experience: Entry

Openings: 27

Contract duration: 1 year

About this role

A manufacturing plant in the Leiria industrial region is recruiting 27 production workers on a one year renewable contract. You operate production machinery under supervision, feed materials and remove finished items, carry out basic quality checks, and pack and label output for dispatch alongside a small team with clear daily targets.

On the floor
The work runs on a two shift rotation across a 40 hour week in a well organised factory. It fits people who are physically fit, reliable on shift, and willing to learn the local process during a two to four week training period. Pay is €950-€1,220/month gross, with accommodation, meals and a uniform provided.

Applying through CHI Recruiting
No experience is required, training is on the job. A2 English lets you begin, Portuguese classes are on-site. Portugal issues a national residence visa for subordinate work (D1) followed by a residence permit. Processing usually runs 8 to 12 weeks once your documents are complete. CHI Recruiting is a paid recruitment service and the fee is set out in full before you commit, with no promise of a guaranteed job. We prepare your documents, confirm the employer match, and file the visa and permit.

Requirements

Skills

Benefits & Perks

Language requirements

Basic English (A2), on-site Portuguese classes available

FAQ

What does the work permit and visa process look like for Portugal?

Portugal grants a D1 residence visa for subordinate work, then a residence permit. Processing typically takes 8 to 12 weeks once your passport, qualifications and clearances are ready. CHI Recruiting handles the employer-side filing; you pay the government fees (medical, consular, document chain), which are explained transparently before you start.

What is the pay and what is included for this Factory Production Worker?

The wage is €950-€1,220/month gross, on a undefined renewable contract with 27 openings. The package includes accommodation, meals, uniform. Portuguese pay is issued 14 times a year, with holiday and Christmas months paid on top.

Do I need previous experience to apply?

No. This is an entry-level role in Leiria, and full training is given on the job. You can start with basic A2 English, and Portuguese classes are available on-site.

What are the working hours and shifts?

Two shift rotation, 06:00 to 14:00 and 14:00 to 22:00, 40 hours a week.

Is accommodation provided in Leiria?

Yes. The employer provides shared accommodation and meals on shift, arranged before you arrive in Leiria, so you have a place to stay from day one.

Do I need to speak Portuguese?

Not to start. The floor runs on simple English and clear instructions, and the employer offers on-site Portuguese classes so you can build the language while you work, which helps day to day life in Leiria.

To apply, visit the live page: https://chirecruiting.com/jobs/4ef8e282-099e-47f0-8d28-4f02fdee0aba