Production Associate

Manpower; Willard (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and cross-skilling

Stable manufacturing role with growth

Job summary

Manpower is seeking a General Production Associate in Willard, OH. This entry-level role supports daily manufacturing operations with rotation across multiple production positions to ensure efficient workflow, safety, and quality.

Responsibilities include inspecting products, removing defects, packaging checks, palletizing, and assisting line staff. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to read and understand English; overtime and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to rotate tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Remove damaged or defective products and store/dispose properly.
• Perform visual packaging inspections for accuracy and code/date compliance.
• Stack cartons or trays onto pallets/skids using proper patterns.
• Operate pallet jacks to move finished goods.
• Assist operators and other staff to maintain line efficiency.
• Maintain equipment, tools, and work areas per GMP and housekeeping standards.
• Follow JSAs, plant policies, and food safety procedures.
• Communicate with teammates and leadership for smooth shift transitions.
• Cross-train to support production area flexibility.
• Report safety, quality, or productivity issues for improvement.
• Perform additional duties as needed to meet operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Reading/writing English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: General Production
Location: Willard, OH
Schedule: All Shifts Available
Pay Rate: $16-$17/hourly

Job Summary
The General Production Associate is an entry-level role responsible for supporting daily manufacturing operations. Team members rotate through multiple production positions to ensure efficient workflow, high-quality products, and safe plant operations. This role is essential to meeting production goals while maintaining strict standards for safety, food safety, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect products continuously to ensure all quality standards are met
• Remove damaged or defective products, baskets, or materials and properly store or dispose of them
• Perform visual inspections of packaging for accuracy, seal integrity, and code/date compliance
• Stack cartons or trays onto pallets/skids using proper patterns
• Safely operate pallet jacks to move finished goods
• Assist operators, utilities, and other production staff to maintain line efficiency
• Clean and maintain equipment, tools, and work areas in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and housekeeping standards
• Follow all Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), plant policies, and food safety procedures
• Communicate effectively with teammates and leadership to ensure smooth shift transitions
• Participate in cross-training to support flexibility across production areas
• Identify and report safety, quality, or productivity issues to support continuous improvement
• Perform additional duties as assigned to meet operational needs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Willingness to rotate tasks and adapt to changing priorities

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8–12 hours per shift)
• Frequent turning, grasping, and reaching
• Occasional lifting of 2–30 pounds
• Continuous visual focus to monitor product quality and equipment operation
• Work environment includes moderate noise levels, temperature-controlled areas, and potential exposure to slippery floors and dust from dry ingredients
• Overtime, weekends, and flexible shifts may be required based on production needs

Why Join Us?

• Entry-level opportunity with training and cross-skilling
• Team-based work environment
• Stable manufacturing role with growth potential

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

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells –creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World\'s Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.