General Production Associate

Manpower, Inc.; Brecknock Township, Denver (PA, CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. in Denver, PA seeks a Food Production Associate to support daily manufacturing operations. This entry‑level role rotates through multiple production positions to ensure efficient workflow, high quality products, and adherence to safety and food safety standards.

You will inspect products, remove defective items, stack pallets, and operate pallet jacks while maintaining GMP and housekeeping practices. Training across shifts helps maintain flexibility and productivity.

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 changing priorities.

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 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.

Skills

English literacy

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Team player

Rotate tasks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Food Production Associate

Location: Denver, PA

Schedule: 2nd& 3rd shift

Pay Rate: $17.22/hourly

The FoodProduction 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 changing priorities

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8–12 hours per shift)
• Frequent turning, grasping, and reaching
• Occasional lifting of 2–30 pounds