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Manufacturing

Jobs in JamaicaIndustry reportOctober 2026
How workers rate this industry

2.2 out of 5, from 26 reviews.

Below the RateDiJob average of 2.6 out of 5.

23% of workers in manufacturing would recommend their workplace.

Compared with 37% across all industries on RateDiJob.

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What workers like and dislike
Pay & BenefitsHIGHEST
40%
Management & Leadership
25%
Culture
27%
Career DevelopmentLOWEST
23%
Work-Life Balance
33%
Job Security
26%

The line is the RateDiJob average.

JMD monthly, before tax
Pay by job level
Not enough dataEntry level
$200k–$300kExperienced staff
Not enough dataSupervisor
Not enough dataManager
Not enough dataSenior leadership

Workers in manufacturing shared what they earn each month, in Jamaican dollars before tax. The pale bar behind each level is the RateDiJob average.

What workers liked and disliked

What workers liked

42%

mentioned good benefits

Also mentioned

  • 31%Good pay
  • 27%Reasonable working hours
  • 23%Management is respectful

What workers disliked

62%

mentioned pay could be better

Also mentioned

  • 58%Management could be more supportive
  • 58%Culture could be stronger
  • 54%Management could be more respectful

Percentages show how many of the 26 reviewers selected each point.

By worker rating
Top rated employers
  1. 1GraceKennedy3.3out of 5
  2. 2Seprod2.0out of 5
  3. 3Sunisland Jamaica2.0out of 5
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Summary of reviews
In their words

What workers say is good

18 of 26 reviews

Reviewers mention that some workplaces offer good benefits, competitive pay, and opportunities to learn new skills. Several reviewers appreciate the social connections formed with coworkers and the positive team culture found in some departments. Others note that certain employers provide reliable, on-time pay and iconic brands to support.

What workers say is bad

25 of 26 reviews

Reviewers frequently describe heavy workloads, long working hours, and a lack of work-life balance. Many report that management can be unsupportive, disrespectful, or prone to favoritism and poor communication. Others mention that job security often feels uncertain and that there is limited room for career growth.

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