The Production Associate supports daily manufacturing operations under the direction of the Production Supervisor. This role assists with production line operations, packaging, material handling, product inspections, equipment support, and general housekeeping while following established safety and quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily production activities and manufacturing line operations.
- Inspect plastic containers and finished products for defects or quality issues.
- Use hand tools and power tools to support production tasks, basic assembly, trimming, finishing, and other manufacturing activities.
- Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment when trained and authorized.
- Move, load, and unload raw materials, supplies, and finished products.
- Keep production lines supplied and assist machine operators and production team members.
- Remove excess material, perform basic trimming, and assist with product finishing.
- Remove defective products and report quality concerns to the Production Supervisor.
- Follow established manufacturing practices, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
- Maintain clean and organized workstations and production areas.
- Follow safety procedures, personal protective equipment requirements, and equipment operating guidelines.
- Meet production goals while maintaining product quality and minimizing waste.
- Perform other general labor and production duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
- Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work assigned shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, and repetitive tasks within established company limits.
- Ability to work around operating machinery, use required tools safely, and wear required personal protective equipment.
- Willingness to complete required training for forklift operation and other manufacturing equipment, as applicable.
Preferred Qualifications
- Entry-level experience in manufacturing operations.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, forklifts, or other material-handling equipment.
- Experience with quality inspection, material handling, labeling, and following safety procedures and work instructions.
- Previous manufacturing, warehouse, or general labor experience.
- Demonstrated attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork.
