General Production Associate

Manpower; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower is seeking a General Production Associate in Logan, UT. This entry-level role supports daily manufacturing operations with rotation through multiple production positions to ensure efficient workflow, quality products, and safe plant operations.

The position emphasizes safety, food safety, and quality, with opportunities to cross-train and grow within a stable manufacturing environment. Training is provided to help you contribute across shifts and tasks.

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 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

Skills

Attention to detail

English literacy

Team player

Safety oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: General Production Associate
Location: Logan, UT
Schedule:All Shifts
Pay Rate: $16.50/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.

• 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

Job Title: General Production Associate
Location: Logan, UT
Schedule:All Shifts
Pay Rate: $16.50/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.

• 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
• Continuous visual focus to monitor product quality and equipment operation
• Work environment includes moderate noise levels, temperature-controlled areas, and potential exposure to slippery floors and dust from dry ingredients
• Overtime, weekends, and flexible shifts may be required based on production needs

Why Join Us?

• Entry-level opportunity with training and cross-skilling
• Team-based work environment
• Stable manufacturing role with growth potential