Production Associate

Manpower; Vonore (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Production Associate in Vonore, TN. The role supports production operations with emphasis on safety, reliability, and teamwork.

It offers a 1st shift schedule (Mon–Fri with occasional overtime, 7:00am–3:30pm) with opportunities for temporary or temp‑to‑hire hiring as part of a manufacturing environment focused on quality and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, basic English comprehension, math skills, and the ability to lift up

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions in English.
• Math skills to perform basic arithmetic.
• Effective communication in English.
• Problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform general housekeeping to keep plant clean and ready for production.
• Support packaging activities and other production tasks.
• Clean equipment and provide plant support as directed by leads and supervisors.
• Assist operators with materials to keep equipment operational and production moving.
• Maintain documentation and report issues promptly.

Skills

Reading comprehension in English

Mathematical skills

Communication in English

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools & scales

Job description

Our client, Manufacturing is seeking a Production Associate to join their team. As a Production Associate, you will be part of the Plant Manufacturing area supporting production operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, a dependable work ethic, and the ability to follow instructions accurately while helping keep equipment and processes running smoothly.

Job Title: Production Associate

Location: Vonore, TN

Pay Range: $19.00

Shift: 1st Shift (Monday–Friday with occasional overtime, 7:00am–3:30pm)

What's the Job?

• Perform general housekeeping duties to keep the plant area clean, organized, and ready for production.
• Support product packaging activities and other assigned production support tasks.
• Complete equipment-specific cleaning and various plant support functions as directed by Production Leads, Production Supervisors, and leadership.
• Assist Production Operators with materials and tasks needed to keep equipment operational and production moving.
• Maintain required documentation and promptly notify the appropriate personnel of any issues, problems, or concerns.

What's Needed?

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions in English, including safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and product recipes/materials.
• Math skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and apply these skills to weights, measures, speed, and distance.
• Effective communication in English in one‑on‑one and small group situations.
• Problem‑solving skills and some mechanical aptitude, with manual dexterity to operate small hand tools, scales, carts/hand trucks, utility knives, mixers/blenders, and computer equipment.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull up to 50lbs

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to contribute to a manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Temporary or temp-to-hire entry‑level role with clear expectations and team support.
• Hands‑on work that helps production run efficiently through housekeeping, packaging, and equipment support.
• Training and guidance through leadership direction while you complete documentation and follow procedures.
• A role where reliability, teamwork, and process focus directly impact daily operations.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.