Production Associate

Location: Protective Industrial Products (PIP) – Olive Branch, MS

Pay: $14.00/hr | Overtime: $21.00/hr

Regular Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:45 PM (Overtime may include working 2 hours after shift)

Start Date: Monday, October 5, 2026

Employment: Full-Time

This position requires mandatory overtime based on production needs.

Although the regular schedule is 7:00 AM–3:45 PM, associates must be available to work extended 10-hour shifts and weekends when required.

Most overtime will be scheduled on the back end of the regular shift, meaning associates may be required to remain at work beyond 3:45 PM.

Please do not apply if you are unable to work mandatory overtime, extended shifts, or weekends.

PDS Tech Commercial is hiring Production Associates to join the Work Order Department at Protective Industrial Products (PIP) in Olive Branch.

Associates will perform hands-on production and general warehouse duties involving the handling, organizing, processing, and packaging of products. This position requires dependable attendance, attention to detail, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced work environment.

• Unpack, sort, organize, fold, process, and repack products as assigned
• Prepare products and work orders accurately according to instructions
• Inspect products for quality and accuracy
• Package and prepare completed products for the next stage of production
• Perform repetitive production tasks throughout the shift
• Stand and work for extended periods
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Meet daily productivity and quality expectations
• Follow supervisor instructions and all PIP safety procedures
• Assist with additional production or warehouse duties as needed

• Must be available for mandatory overtime
• Must be able to work 10-hour shifts when required
• Must be available to work weekends when required
• Must be available for the regular 7:00 AM–3:45 PM schedule
• Dependable transportation to Olive Branch
• Strong attendance and punctuality
• Comfortable performing repetitive work and standing for extended periods
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain production expectations
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Must successfully complete a background check and drug screening
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and provide acceptable documentation establishing identity and employment authorization as required for Form I-9

Regular Pay: $14.00/hour

Overtime Pay: $21.00/hour

Overtime availability is an essential requirement of this position and may include extended weekday shifts and weekend work based on business needs.

You should be proficient in:

• Production Optimization
• Warehouse Experience