Production Associate

Staffmark Group; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 53,726,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life Insurance and Disability

Optional 401(k)

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Staffmark Group is hiring a Production Associate in South Bend, IN. The role involves supporting production by packaging finished goods, palletizing boxes, and monitoring line performance to ensure smooth operation.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, basic manufacturing experience, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards. On-site work with a Monday–Friday 2nd shift schedule offers steady hours and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or production training is beneficial.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Ability to stand for the full 8-hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Package finished product into boxes.
• Paletize boxes.
• Watch lines to ensure product moves on belts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Now hiring for a Production Associate

Location: South Bend, IN

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday to Friday 2nd shift (2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.)

Built to Last. Just Like You.

If you take pride in showing up, working hard, and keeping things running, this Production Associate job in South Bend is for you. You'll help build, pack, or move products that matter. It's steady work with good pay, benefits, and a team that respects your effort.

Looking for Production Associate jobs in South Bend where hard work drives every shift? This opportunity lets you help manufacture quality products, support production goals, and contribute to a team that keeps operations running safely and efficiently.

Job Duties

• Will be supporting the operation by packaging of finished product into boxes
• Palletizing boxes
• Watching lines to ensure that product is moving on the belts

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or production training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Ability to work safely in manufacturing and production environments.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, production procedures, and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain productivity and consistent quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to safely operate basic production equipment when required.
• Dependable attendance, teamwork, and a commitment to workplace safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of recent, previous manufacturing experience, food manufacturing is a plus.
• Previous manufacturing, assembly, production, warehouse, or industrial experience is preferred.
• Experience operating production equipment, performing quality inspections, or meeting production goals is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement practices, or workplace safety procedures is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate reliability, adaptability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are well positioned for success as a Production Associate.
• Ability to stand for the full 8-hour shift

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive production tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift materials, components, or finished products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate around production equipment and moving machinery.
• Ability to maintain productivity while working in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work in a loud environment
• Ability to work around smells from mixed food products

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

"They find you good jobs with fair pay." - Staffmark Production Worker

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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