Production

Manpower, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Prescription drug plans

Short term disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Industrial in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Production to join their team. You will be part of the Production department supporting the Production team(s).

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, a focus on quality, and the drive to meet production goals which will align successfully in the organization. The role involves operating a polybag machine, packing and labeling, and assisting with minor machine troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safety rules and wear PPE.
• Attention to detail to cut, bag, label, and package materials to meet quality standards.
• Comfort operating production equipment and adjusting speed and tension.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a polybag machine to seal material.
• Pack material as required, selecting correct boxes.
• Label boxes and prepare pallets for shipment.
• Sort and repack finished goods as directed and assist with minor machine troubleshooting.
• Complete production records and downtime reports.

Skills

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Tools

Polybag machine operation

Labeling and packing

Job description

Our client, Industrial is seeking a Production to join their team. As a Production, you will be part of the Production department supporting the Production team(s). The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, a focus on quality, and the drive to meet production goals which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Production

Location: Knoxville, TN

Pay Range: $18-$19.50

Shift: 1st shift (6AM-2:30PM) and 2nd shift (2:30PM-11PM)

What's the Job?

• Safely operate a polybag machine to seal material when required.
• Pack material as required on the production sheet, including selecting correct inner and outer boxes.
• Label boxes as required on the production sheet and tape/stack boxes on pallets using box tape machines when available.
• Sort and repack finished goods as directed, ensuring accurate loading, threading, and setup for proper machine operation.
• Complete first piece inspection reports, record downtime and production figures, and assist with troubleshooting minor machine issues.

What's Needed?

• Ability to follow safety rules and work practices, including using/wearing appropriate safety equipment and PPE.
• Attention to detail to accurately cut, bag, label, and package materials to meet production and quality standards.
• Comfort working with production equipment, including setting feed and material tension, adjusting machine speed, and making necessary adjustments.
• Willingness to perform routine maintenance tasks such as daily cleaning, periodic cleaning of folding/vacuum rolls, and changing doctor blades and cutting blades as required.
• Strong reliability and communication skills to maintain a positive work environment with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.

What's in it for me?

• Clear, hands-on production work where your focus and consistency directly support output and quality.
• Structured Monday-Friday schedule with defined shift hours.
• Opportunity to build practical machine operation and troubleshooting experience in a production environment.
• Supportive team culture centered on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Path to long-term stability through a waiting period leading to eligibility for additional programs.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)