Production Associate

Kelly Services; Virginia; Presencial; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Safety-focused environment

Cross-training opportunities

Employee well-being

Descripción de la vacante

Kelly Services in Henrico, VA is seeking a Production Associate to join a premier food manufacturing environment. You will operate, monitor, and assist with food processing equipment, load raw materials, inspect products for quality, and document production activity.

The role emphasizes GMPs, HACCP, safety training, and teamwork. A high school diploma is preferred, and prior experience in food production is a plus. This 1st shift runs 8am–4:30pm Monday through Friday.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Ability to read production schedules and basic work instructions.
• Basic math skills for weighing and counting product.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Operate, monitor, and assist with food processing equipment.
• Load raw materials and manage changeovers and startup/shutdown procedures.
• Inspect raw and finished products for quality and weight.
• Report equipment malfunctions and safety concerns.
• Maintain GMPs, HACCP, and allergen control procedures.
• Complete production documentation and ensure traceability.
• Keep workstations clean and perform sanitation duties.
• Practice safe lifting and wear PPE.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reading schedules

Basic math

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly® is looking for a Production Associate to work at a premier food manufacturing organization in Henrico, VA. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

Shift: 1st, 8am-4:30pm (Monday-Friday)

Why you should apply to be a Production Associate:

• Competitive pay rate of $20.00/hour
• Opportunity to work in a reputable and safety-focused food manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art food processing equipment
• Supportive team atmosphere with chances for cross-training and skill development
• Be part of a company committed to quality, food safety, and employee well-being

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

• Operating, monitoring, and assisting with food processing equipment including cleaners, sorters, roasters, pasteurizers, seasoning drums, conveyors, scales, and packaging/labeling machines
• Loading raw materials onto processing lines and handling assembly, disassembly, and cleaning of equipment for product changeovers and startup/shutdown procedures
• Inspecting raw and finished products for quality, weighing, filling, sealing, labeling, and casing finished product while ensuring compliance with daily schedules and quality standards
• Reporting equipment malfunctions, product inconsistencies, or safety concerns
• Following all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP requirements, and allergen control procedures to comply with FDA, USDA, SQF/BRC, and other food safety standards
• Accurately completing production and quality documentation and maintaining product traceability
• Maintaining cleanliness of workstations and production areas; performing sanitation duties and proper waste disposal
• Practicing safe lifting and material handling, wearing required PPE, and participating in safety training

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Possess strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety
• Can read and interpret production schedules, labels, and basic work instructions
• Have basic math skills for weighing and counting product
• Thrive in a team environment and maintain a positive, professional attitude in a fast-paced setting
• Are willing to learn and adapt to new processes and equipment
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Previous experience in food production, manufacturing, or warehouse environments is preferred but not required

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• 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.

Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Put your skills to work.

There are a lot of different light industrial jobs out there. Kelly ® Professional & Industrial recruiters are focused on only offering opportunities with companies that provide competitive pay, safe work environments, and cultures that recognize your value. Whether you’re looking for flexible shifts, performance bonuses, or a progressive work culture—we’re dedicated to finding the very best opportunities for you.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.