1st Shift General Production Worker

1st Shift General Production Worker

Employer: Manpower Group. Job Title: General Production Associate Location: Ashland, OH Schedule: 1st Shift Pay Rate: $16/hourly Job Summary The General Production Associate is an entry-level role responsible for supporting daily manufacturing operations. Team members rotate through multiple production positions to ensure efficient workflow, high-quality products, and safe plant operations. This role is essential to meeting production goals while maintaining strict standards for safety, food safety, and quality. Key Responsibilities - Inspect products continuously to ensure all quality standards are met - Remove damaged or defective products, baskets, or materials and properly store or dispose of them - Perform visual inspections of packaging for accuracy, seal integrity, and code/date compliance - Stack cartons or trays onto pallets/skids using proper patterns - Safely operate pallet jacks to move finished goods - Assist operators, utilities, and other production staff to maintain line efficiency - Clean and maintain equipment, tools, and work areas in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and housekeeping standards - Follow all Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), plant policies, and food safety procedures - Communicate effectively with teammates and leadership to ensure smooth shift transitions - Participate in cross-training to support flexibility across production areas - Identify and report safety, quality, or productivity issues to support continuous improvement - Perform additional duties as assigned to meet operational needs Qualifications - High school diploma or GED required - Ability to read, write, and understand English - Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety - Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment - Willingness to rotate tasks and adapt to Schedule: Full Time, Entry Level, No Experience. Category: Manufacturing Packaging. Apply on the source job page.