Production Associate

Automation Personnel Services; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision, short-term, &

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a Production Associate for a company in Columbia, TN. You will support a production team focused on quality, safety, and efficiency in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Pay is $16.00 per hour with Monday–Friday shifts from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Overtime and weekend work may be required. Prior manufacturing experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Tape measure test required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to pass background screening and drug screen.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well in a manufacturing team.

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions carefully and operate equipment safely.
• Work with foam and fiberglass products as part of the production process.
• Assemble product components according to specifications and quality standards.
• Inspect finished products to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support overall production goals by completing tasks accurately and efficiently.

Job description

Production Associate

Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Production Associate for a company based in Columbia, TN. In this role, you will have the opportunity to build your manufacturing experience while supporting a production team focused on quality, safety, and efficiency. This position is ideal for someone dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute in a hands‑on manufacturing environment.

Pay Rate

$16.00 per hour

Schedule and Hours

Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

Overtime is required. Weekend work as needed.

Production Associate Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions carefully and operate equipment safely.
• Work with both foam and fiberglass products as part of the production process.
• Assemble product components according to specifications and quality standards.
• Inspect finished products to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Use equipment properly and perform basic upkeep to support safe and efficient operation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support overall production goals by completing tasks accurately and efficiently.

Production Associate Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to complete a tape measure test successfully.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to pass background and drug screening.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a manufacturing team.
• Previous production or manufacturing experience is helpful, but not required.

Job Type

Full-time, temporary to hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Automation Personnel Services South Nashville Branch

1412 Trotwood Avenue

Suite 81

Columbia, Tennessee 38401

About Automation Personnel Services

Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light‑industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11‑time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026)
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026)
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025)
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

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