Production Operator

Kelly Services; St. Albans (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Production Operator for the Nutra Blend team on the 1st shift, offering a pay rate of $21.85 per hour and a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. This temporary position requires in-person interviews and involves operating equipment, handling materials, packaging finished goods, and supporting daily production in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork while maintaining documentation and clean work areas.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum 1 year of work experience in any industry.
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Willingness to learn new processes and equipment.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and perform manufacturing processes safely and efficiently.
• Follow all safety procedures, quality standards, and SOPs.
• Package and prepare finished products according to specifications.
• Monitor production processes and report any issues to leadership.
• Accurately complete production records and documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team members, leads, and supervisors to achieve production goals.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and adapt to changing production needs.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Reading and writing in English

Willingness to learn

Dependable attendance

Punctuality

Job description

Production Operator - 1st Shift (Nutra Blend)

? Pay Rate: $21.85 per hour?

? Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM?

? Temporary Position?

? PPE Required?

? In-Person Interview Required

Position Summary

Join the Nutra Blend team, a leader in manufacturing and distributing vitamins, trace minerals, micro-ingredients, and premixes for the animal feed industry. As a Production Operator, you will play a key role in manufacturing high-quality products by operating equipment, handling materials, packaging finished goods, and supporting daily production operations in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and perform manufacturing processes safely and efficiently.


• Follow all safety procedures, quality standards, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).


• Package and prepare finished products according to specifications.


• Monitor production processes and report any issues to leadership.


• Accurately complete production records and documentation.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.


• Collaborate with team members, leads, and supervisors to achieve production goals.


• Support continuous improvement efforts and adapt to changing production needs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.


• Minimum of 1 year of work experience in any industry.


• Basic computer and math skills.


• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.


• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.


• Willingness to learn new processes and equipment.


• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.


• Ability to stand and work throughout the entire shift.


• Frequent walking, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting.


• Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators, and other company-issued equipment.


• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment without climate control, including exposure to hot, cold, dusty, and chemical-related conditions.

What We're Looking For

• ? Safety-first mindset?


• ? Reliable attendance and punctuality?


• ? Strong attention to detail?


• ? Team-oriented attitude?


• ? Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?


• ? Commitment to quality and productivity

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.