Production Associate I - 2nd Shift

AppleOne Employment Services; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k

Job summary

Rich Products in Gallatin, TN is seeking a Production Associate I for the 2nd shift (12:00 PM – 9:00 PM). This full-time, long-term role offers a competitive $20.75/hour and a Monday–Friday schedule with weekends free.

No direct food manufacturing experience is required; bring reliability and willingness to grow in a fast-paced food production environment. Apply today for ASAP start.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong attendance record and high reliability.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout a 9-hour shift.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working around food ingredients/allergens and in varying temperature conditions.
• Basic computer/tablet and data-entry skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written procedures, SOPs, and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Work across production and packaging lines in roles such as packer, counter, trayer, and molder.
• Package, label, seal, count, and palletize finished products.
• Operate or assist with production equipment, scales, palletizers, box erectors, and box-taping machinery.
• Perform minor equipment adjustments and basic troubleshooting.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Perform product rework, recasing, and repackaging when needed.
• Move materials using manual and electric pallet jacks.
• Maintain clean, sanitized, and organized production areas in accordance with GMP and food safety standards.
• Cross-train across different production functions as needed.

Skills

Strong attendance

Attention to detail

Data entry

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic data entry systems

Job description

Join Rich Products in Gallatin, TN as a Production Associate I and be part of an essential team delivering quality food products! This full-time, long-term 2nd-shift position offers a competitive $20.75/hour rate with a steady Monday through Friday schedule (12:00 PM to 9:00 PM), leaving your weekends completely free. You will get to work across dynamic packaging and production lines in a supportive, fast-paced environment with immediate start dates available. We are looking for reliable, motivated individuals ready to jumpstart or grow their career in production—no direct food manufacturing experience required!

Location: Gallatin, TN
Pay: $20.75/hour
Employment Type: Contract - Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP

About the Opportunity

No direct food manufacturing experience required. Candidates with backgrounds in production, warehouse, assembly, packaging, fulfillment, logistics, and general labor are encouraged to apply.

Our client, Rich Products, is seeking dedicated and detail-oriented professionals to join their food manufacturing team in Gallatin, TN. Production Associates support the safe, efficient production and packaging of quality food products while maintaining strict adherence to quality, safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

This is an excellent long-term opportunity for individuals looking to build a stable career in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Location

Candidates must be able to commute daily to the facility located at Gallatin, TN 37066

What You Will Do

• Work across production and packaging lines in roles such as packer, counter, trayer, and molder.
• Package, label, seal, count, and palletize finished products.
• Operate or assist with production equipment, scales, palletizers, box erectors, and box-taping machinery.
• Perform minor equipment adjustments and basic troubleshooting.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Perform product rework, recasing, and repackaging when needed.
• Move materials using manual and electric pallet jacks.
• Maintain clean, sanitized, and organized production areas in accordance with GMP and food safety standards.
• Cross-train across different production functions as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong attendance record and high reliability.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout a 9-hour shift.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working around food ingredients/allergens and in varying temperature conditions.
• Basic computer/tablet and data-entry skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written procedures, SOPs, and safety guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in food manufacturing, production, packaging, warehouse, fulfillment, assembly, or industrial environments (Preferred, but NOT required—broad background consideration applies).
• Experience working 2nd shift.
• Familiarity with GMP, food safety, or quality control practices.

Schedule & Shift Details

Shift: 2nd Shift (12:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

Schedule: Monday through Friday (Full-Time | 5 days/week)

Overtime: No mandatory overtime expected at this time.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Candidates must be comfortable working in a food production plant environment that involves standing for extended periods, physical exertion, and handling varying temperature conditions.

Hiring Process

• Recruiter Screening
• Background Check / Pre-employment verifications
• Client Submission & Onboarding Confirmation

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A strong work ethic, punctuality, and commitment to attendance.
• Safety awareness and willingness to cross-train across various tasks.
• Backgrounds in Production, Warehouse, Packaging, Fulfillment, Logistics, Assembly, or General Labor environments.

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