Production Associate

Employee Workplace; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/Parking Accounts

People Perks Program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Employee Workplace in Elgin, IL is seeking a Production Associate to join a growing manufacturing team. This temp role focuses on handling components, basic machine operation, and quality checks in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, strong attention to detail, and a dependable work ethic. Overtime may be required, and prior manufacturing or warehouse experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to maintain focus on repetitive tasks while meeting production standards.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, assembly, or quality inspection experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Unpack and handle small metallic components for processing.
• Use fixturing and defixturing techniques to build and break down production loads.
• Load components into wash trays and place materials on conveyor systems for cleaning and processing.
• Perform basic machine operation and support pre- and post-production activities.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming customer products.
• Conduct quality inspections of finished products before packaging and shipment.
• Package, label, and prepare completed orders for shipping.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependable

English literacy

Overtime willingness

Strong work ethic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Production Associate

Location: Elgin, IL

Pay Rate: $21.00/hour

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Production Associate to join a growing manufacturing team in Elgin, IL. This temporary opportunity is ideal for candidates with warehouse, manufacturing, assembly, packaging, production, or machine operation experience who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties

• Unpack and handle small metallic components for processing.
• Use fixturing and defixturing techniques to build and break down production loads.
• Load components into wash trays and place materials on conveyor systems for cleaning and processing.
• Perform basic machine operation and support pre- and post-production activities.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming customer products.
• Conduct quality inspections of finished products before packaging and shipment.
• Package, label, and prepare completed orders for shipping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to maintain focus on repetitive tasks while meeting production standards.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, assembly, or quality inspection experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move materials weighing up to 44 pounds.
• Strong visual ability to inspect parts and identify small defects.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance