Production Associate

Worthington Enterprises; Closter (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perfect attendance bonus

Job summary

Worthington Enterprises is seeking Production Associates for our New Jersey facility. The role focuses on efficient material handling, assembly, and quality checks in a safety-conscious environment.

Starting pay is $20–$24 per hour with a quarterly $500 perfect attendance bonus. Shift: 3rd, Monday–Friday, 10 PM–6:30 AM. Strong teamwork and attention to detail are essential for success in this hands-on, fast-paced operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–6 months experience in warehouse/manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks; OSHA training required.
• Forklift and crane license preferred.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Basic math, computer, and tape measure reading skills.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform production tasks including assembly, material handling, setup, welding, testing, and quality control.
• Move, stage, and transport materials and products using forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Assist in machine setup and prepare equipment for production use.
• Receive, inspect, unload, and store shipments; report damaged items.
• Support quality control by inspecting products and reporting discrepancies.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and perform housekeeping.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily goals.
• Perform additional duties to ensure safe, efficient production and warehouse operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Cranes

Pallet jacks

Banding tools

Job description

Worthington Enterprises is seeking motivated Production Associates to join our team. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth movement, storage, and handling of materials and finished products. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety and quality. If you enjoy hands-on work, working as part of a team, and contributing to a reliable operation, this may be a great fit.

Pay

New pay starting at $20-$24 hour.

*Now offering quarterly $500 perfect attendance bonus*

Shift Available

• 3rd Shift Monday to Friday 10PM to 6:30AM

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of production tasks, including assembly, material handling, machine setup, press or paint line operation, welding, testing, and quality control.
• Move, stage, and transport materials and products within the plant or warehouse using forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Assist in machine setup, including building arbors and preparing equipment for production use.
• Receive, inspect, unload, and properly store incoming shipments; verify accuracy and report damaged or defective items.
• Support quality control efforts by inspecting products and reporting any defects or discrepancies.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas; perform general housekeeping as needed.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to achieve daily operational goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure safe, efficient, and quality production and warehouse operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-6 months prior experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or material handling preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks, and banding tools; required OSHA safety training.
• Forklift and crane license.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive tasks while standing for extended periods.
• Basic math, computer, and tape measure reading skills.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and mechanical aptitude a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions, production orders, or bills of material.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety protocols and quality standards.

Worthington Enterprises is a leading HVAC and sheet metal manufacturer serving contractors, fabricators, and resellers nationwide. We offer a stable work environment where safety, teamwork, and quality come first. Production Associates are valued contributors to our success, with opportunities to build skills, learn new equipment, and grow within the organization.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment with Worthington Enterprises and need an accommodation or assistance using the careers website, please contact [e-mail].

Worthington Enterprises (NYSE: WOR) is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help improve everyday life by elevating spaces and experiences. The Company operates with two primary business units: Building Productsand Consumer Products.

The Building Products segment includes cooking, heating, cooling and water solutions, architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories. The Consumer Products segment provides solutions for the tools, outdoor living and celebrations categories. Product brands within the Worthington Enterprises portfolio include Balloon Time®, Bernzomatic®, Coleman® (propane cylinders), CoMet®, Elgen, Garden Weasel®, General®, HALO™, Hawkeye™, Level5 Tools®, Mag Torch®, NEXI™, Pactool International®, PowerCore™, Ragasco®, Well-X-Trol® and XLite™ , among others.

Founded in 1955 as Worthington Industries, Worthington Enterprises follows a people-first Philosophy with earning money for its shareholders as its first corporate goal. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Enterprises and its joint ventures employ approximately 6,000 people throughout North America and Europe.