Bakery Production Associate - Entry Level & Cross-Training

ManpowerGroup; Richfield Township (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Company Store Onsite

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Bakery Production Associate in Ashland, OH. This entry-level role supports daily manufacturing operations with rotating production positions to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities include quality inspections, handling damaged items, packaging checks, palletizing, and safe equipment operation. Ongoing cross-training and strong teamwork are emphasized, with potential for shift flexibility and growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is 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 changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Remove damaged products and dispose of them properly.
• Perform visual packaging inspections for accuracy and code/date compliance.
• Stack cartons onto pallets using proper patterns.
• Safely operate pallet jacks to move finished goods.
• Assist production staff to maintain line efficiency.
• Clean and maintain equipment and work areas per GMP and housekeeping standards.
• Follow JSAs and plant policies for food safety.
• Communicate with teammates and leadership for smooth shift transitions.
• Participate in cross-training to support flexibility across production areas.
• Identify and report safety, quality, or productivity issues for improvement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to meet operational needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Bakery Production Associate in Ashland, OH. This entry-level role supports daily manufacturing operations with rotating production positions to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities include quality inspections, handling damaged items, packaging checks, palletizing, and safe equipment operation. Ongoing cross-training and strong teamwork are emphasized, with potential for shift flexibility and growth.