Production Associate

Kelly Services; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Safety-first manufacturing

Hands-on experience

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a Production Associate to join a premier manufacturing client in Richmond, VA. The role offers a competitive pay rate and is a temp-to-hire opportunity that starts with 1st or 2nd shifts.

You will perform production, assembly, and quality checks, and contribute to a safe, collaborative workplace. Shifts run Monday–Friday with two options: 7:00 am–3:30 pm ($17–$19/hr) or 3:00 pm–1:30 am ($19–$21/hr).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions with attention to detail.
• Willingness to perform physical labor including lifting up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform production, assembly, and general labor tasks focused on door manufacturing.
• Conduct visual quality checks on stacks of doors and repair defects using hand tools.
• Restack doors, push pallets and door stacks on conveyors, and prepare products for next production stage.
• Document unrepairable doors and collaborate with other departments to maintain quality.
• Operate jump tracks, straighten doors, and push stacks onto infeed tracks for paint booths.
• Work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment with a strong focus on inspection and defect identification.

Skills

Reading work instructions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 80 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Production Associate

Location: Richmond, VA

Pay Rate: $17 - $21 - based on shift & experience

Schedule: 7am - 3:30pm & 3pm - 1:30am

Position Type: Temp - Hire

We get it: job searching takes time and attention. At Kelly®, we’re here to make it a whole lot easier for you.

We’re seeking a Production Associate to work at a premier manufacturing client in Stanley, VA. This opportunity could be the one you’ve been looking for.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation:

$17.00 – $21.00 per hour, based on experience

Shifts:

1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm ($17 – $19/hr)
2nd Shift: Monday – Friday, 3:00 pm to 1:30 am ($19 – $21/hr)

Why you should apply to be Production Operator I:

• Competitive pay rate with opportunities for growth and skill development.
• Work for a respected industry leader committed to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Gain valuable hands‑on experience in a high-demand manufacturing environment.
• Build your craftsmanship and detail orientation using industry‑standard tools.

What’s a typical day as Production Operator I? You’ll be:

• Performing production, assembly, and general labor tasks focused on door manufacturing.
• Conducting visual quality checks on stacks of doors and repairing defects using various hand tools (e.g., glue guns, palm sanders, putty knives, chisels).
• Restacking approved doors, pushing pallets and door stacks on conveyors, and preparing products for the next production stage.
• Documenting unrepairable doors and collaborating with other departments to maintain quality standards.
• Operating jump tracks, straightening doors, and pushing stacks onto infeed tracks for paint booths.
• Working in a fast‑paced, physically demanding environment with a strong focus on inspection and defect identification.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have experience or interest in production, assembly, or general labor roles, particularly in manufacturing.
• Can read and interpret work instructions and specifications with high attention to detail.
• Are skilled in or willing to learn the use of woodworking tools and repair techniques (such as glue guns, palm sanders, putty knives, and chisels).
• Can manually lift, slide, and flip materials or doors up to 80 lbs, and are comfortable with bending, stooping, twisting, and standing for long periods.
• Thrive in a fast-paced and physically active environment, and communicate effectively with team members to resolve process issues promptly.
• Are able to work in environments that may be noisy, dusty, and subject to temperature changes.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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