Hands-On Production Associate — Direct Hire + $300 Bonus

The Lee Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lee Group is seeking Production Associates for a direct-hire role in Sandston, VA. Earn $15.00/hour and up to a $300 biweekly attendance bonus while supporting material prep, assembly, quality checks, and shipping preparation in a team-focused manufacturing environment.

Shifts available: 1st and 2nd. This role requires safety awareness, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting with potential overtime and Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or construction experience is preferred.
• Machine operating experience is preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on capability.
• Ability to perform basic math for dimensions, quantities, quality, and production.
• Ability to identify defects in product dimensions, color, or finish.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Bilingual Spanish/English helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, move, store, and prepare raw materials for production.
• Prepare and route materials to designated assembly and production areas.
• Work as part of a team to assemble materials into finished products.
• Safely feed raw materials into production machinery.
• Prepare finished products for the next stage of production, including painting or shipping.
• Monitor production processes and equipment for defects or errors.
• Perform basic quality checks to ensure products meet established standards.
• Properly store finished products and raw materials to prevent damage and waste.
• Maintain clean, organized, hazard-free work areas.
• Follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Perform other production-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine operating experience

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Identify defects

Follow written instructions

Communication

Teamwork

Time-management

Bilingual Spanish/English

Job description

The Lee Group is seeking Production Associates for a direct-hire role in Sandston, VA. Earn $15.00/hour and up to a $300 biweekly attendance bonus while supporting material prep, assembly, quality checks, and shipping preparation in a team-focused manufacturing environment.

Shifts available: 1st and 2nd. This role requires safety awareness, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting with potential overtime and Saturdays.