General Production / Shipping Associate

Kelly Services; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forklift certification after training

Temp-to-perm pathway

Consistent day shift

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring a General Production / Shipping Associate for a fast-paced automotive manufacturing facility in Gresham, Oregon. The role starts in shipping and receiving, supporting daily warehouse operations, unloading materials, organizing inventory, and maintaining safety.

The position is a long-term contract with strong potential for permanent hire based on performance, with mandatory Saturday overtime and opportunity for forklift certification after training.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift, push, and move materials throughout the shift.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming shipments and materials from trucks.
• Move and organize materials using hand dollies and manual equipment.
• Place products into assigned warehouse rack locations.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and inventory organization.
• Follow safety procedures and standard work instructions at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support production teams as needed across departments.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily operational goals.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Shipping/receiving

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Manual material handling

Job description

General Production / Shipping Associate

Location: Gresham, OR

Pay: $24.00/hour

Job Type: Full-Time Contract (Temp-to-Perm Opportunity)

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Day Shift | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Orientation: First day starts at 7:00 AM

Overtime: Available after training (typically after first 2 weeks)

Mandatory Overtime: Saturdays required (~26 weekends/year)

Position Overview

We are hiring a General Production / Shipping Associate for a fast-paced automotive manufacturing facility in Gresham, OR. This role begins in shipping and receiving, supporting daily warehouse operations including unloading materials, organizing inventory, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

This is a long-term contract role with strong potential for permanent hire based on performance and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Unload incoming shipments and materials from trucks

Move and organize materials using hand dollies and manual equipment

Place products into assigned warehouse rack locations

Assist with shipping, receiving, and inventory organization

Follow safety procedures and standard work instructions at all times

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Support production teams as needed across departments

Collaborate with team members to meet daily operational goals

Training & Growth

First-day orientation begins at 7:00 AM

Approximately 2-week training period

Opportunity for cross-training in additional production areas

Forklift certification available after training period (based on performance)

Qualifications

Strong work ethic and dependable attendance

Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures

Comfortable working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment

Ability to lift, push, and move materials throughout the shift

Team-oriented with strong communication skills

Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, or production experience preferred

Hiring Requirements

Must pass background check and drug screening

Must be available for full day shift schedule

Must be available for mandatory Saturday overtime when scheduled

Why Apply

$24.00/hour starting pay

Consistent day shift schedule (no swing/night shift)

Overtime opportunities available

Forklift certification opportunity

Temp-to-perm pathway for long-term employment

Work in a structured automotive manufacturing environment

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