Production - General Labor

Surestaff, LLC; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly electronic pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

EAP

Referral bonus

Career growth

Job summary

Surestaff, LLC in Pontiac, IL is hiring Production Associates for Press & Bindery. You will support both press and bindery operations in a fast-paced environment, moving materials and assisting operators. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and ability to perform physically demanding work.

Pay starts at $16.00–$17.33/hour with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Various shifts available with overtime as needed. Referral bonuses are also offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Strong safety focus and quality standards.
• Ability to read and follow written work orders and production instructions.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders and production instructions to determine materials needed for production.
• Load, unload, move, and organize paper stock, raw materials, and finished products.
• Feed materials into press or bindery production equipment.
• Stack, jog, bundle, band, strap, wrap, box, and palletize finished products for shipment.
• Apply identification tags and labels to materials, boxes, pallets, and finished products.
• Assist press and bindery operators with equipment setup and production support.
• Safely operate pallet jacks and hand trucks.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Complete basic production paperwork and inventory documentation.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Follow work orders

Quality focus

Job description

SURESTAFF is immediately hiring Production Associates (Press & Bindery) in Pontiac, IL! As a Production Associate (Press & Bindery) for SURESTAFF, you will work in a fast-paced printing and manufacturing environment supporting both Press and Bindery operations. You will help move raw materials, feed production equipment, package finished products, and assist machine operators to keep production running efficiently while maintaining safety and quality standards. No previous printing or manufacturing experience is required! Qualified candidates can start immediately. We are looking for dependable individuals who enjoy working in a team environment, are safety-focused, and can perform physically demanding work.

SURESTAFF is invested in our team members! Temporary employees receive competitive pay starting at $16.00 to $17.33/hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Referral bonuses are also available.

Available Shifts:

• 1st Shift: Monday through Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: Monday through Friday 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• 3rd Shift: Sunday through Thursday 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Overtime Available: As needed.

Responsibilities of the Production Associate (Press & Bindery)

• Read work orders and production instructions to determine materials needed for production.
• Load, unload, move, and organize paper stock, raw materials, and finished products.
• Feed materials into press or bindery production equipment.
• Stack, jog, bundle, band, strap, wrap, box, and palletize finished products for shipment.
• Apply identification tags and labels to materials, boxes, pallets, and finished products.
• Assist press and bindery operators with equipment setup and production support.
• Safely operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, carts, dollies, and other material handling equipment.
• Utilize box taping and manual or automatic strapping equipment as required.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Complete basic production paperwork and inventory documentation.

Required Qualifications:

• Previous warehouse, manufacturing, production, or material handling experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Basic understanding of warehouse procedures, inventory movement, and production processes.
• Ability to follow written work orders and production instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and workplace safety.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing 20–50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, twist, squat, kneel, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.
• Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining production standards.
• Work safely in a production environment while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Why Work with SURESTAFF?

At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing industries, we connect talented employees with some of the Midwest and Southeast's top employers.

When you work with Surestaff, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay
• Weekly electronic pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral Bonus Program
• Personalized career support
• Opportunities for long-term employment and career growth

Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick leave, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions

In accordance with applicable state regulations, Surestaff may utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools during various stages of the employment process, including recruitment, application screening, hiring, promotions, and other employment-related evaluations. These tools are designed to support—not replace—human decision-making and help ensure a fair, efficient, and consistent hiring process.