Production Associate - 1st Shift - Kemper

Strategic HR Client Job Openings; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ditsch USA in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a hands-on Production Associate for 1st shift Kemper location. You will support production by packaging products, moving materials, and keeping operations running safely and efficiently.

Starting pay is $18-$20 per hour. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, PTO and paid holidays, plus ongoing training and career development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Food production experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Pack, weigh, and label finished products for shipment.
• Load materials and supply production lines as needed.
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet standards.
• Follow safety guidelines and food manufacturing procedures.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitation to maintain production standards.
• Collaborate with the team to keep operations running efficiently.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jacks

Job description

Production Associate - 1st Shift - Kemper

Job Opportunity: 1 st shift Production Associate - Kemper location with Ditsch USA in Cincinnati, OH

Looking for a hands‑on role where you can stay active and be part of a team? Need a 1 st shift opportunity where you can support production, keep things moving, and make an impact each day? If you enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment and take pride in doing quality work, this could be a great fit!

Ditsch USA is looking for a Production Associate - Kemper to join their Cincinnati team. This position is in the Production department and reports to the Shift Supervisor. In this role, you will support production by packaging products, moving materials, and helping keep operations running safely and efficiently. If you enjoy hands‑on work and being part of a strong team, this could be a solid opportunity. Starting pay: $18-$20/hour.

• Competitive starting pay ($18-$20/hour)
• 1st shift schedule: 6:00AM - 4:00PM / 8:00AM - 6:00PM, Monday-Thursday, Fridays as needed
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free $25,000 life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Ongoing training and career development

About the Role

As a Production Associate, you will help keep production running smoothly by packaging products, supporting the production line, and maintaining quality and safety standards. In this role, you will:

• Pack, weigh, and label finished products for shipment.
• Load materials and supply production lines as needed.
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet standards.
• Always follow safety guidelines and food manufacturing procedures.
• Handle materials using equipment such as pallet jacks.
• Support equipment checks and report any issues.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitation to maintain production standards.
• Collaborate closely with the team to keep operations running efficiently.

What You Bring

We are looking for a dependable, detail‑oriented, and comfortable Production Associate working in a fast‑paced environment. To be successful in this role, you should have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Food production experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic math skills and flexibility to work weekends as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand and move throughout your shift for 8+ hours.
• Ability to work at varying temperatures (freezer to production floor)

If you’re looking for a hands‑on role where you can stay active, support a team, and grow in a manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.