Production Associate

This role is the backbone of our plant operations. As a Production Associate, you’ll help keep our manufacturing facility running safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This is hands-on, physical work in a heavy industrial environment where teamwork, safety, and reliability matter every single day.

What You’ll Do

• Operate and monitor plant equipment and machinery such as forklifts, loaders, overhead cranes, powered tools, stress jacks, and production machines
• Support production processes including fabrication, demolding, finishing, grinding, assembly, and material handling
• Perform routine equipment checks, basic maintenance, and inspections — reporting any issues to supervisors
• Help troubleshoot minor equipment problems and make basic adjustments when needed
• Move raw materials and finished products using mobile equipment (forklifts, loaders, cranes, bobcats, etc.)
• Perform general labor tasks such as lifting, carrying, pulling, sweeping, cleaning, and organizing work areas
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized production floors and outdoor storage areas
• Monitor production flow and equipment performance to help maintain quality and efficiency
• Assist with shipping and receiving tasks, including paperwork and production or yard reports
• Participate in daily safety meetings and follow all OSHA and company safety standards
• Help train and support teammates when needed
• Track inventory of supplies such as PPE, tools, and water, and notify supervisors when restocking is needed
• Read and follow work instructions, production documents, and fabrication drawings

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing, plant, or heavy industrial environment (3+ years preferred for higher-level roles)
• Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, or heavy/mobile equipment is a plus, but we can train the right person
• Basic mechanical skills and comfort using hand tools, grinders, valves, and switches
• Ability to read — or willingness to learn to read — blueprints and fabrication drawings
• Welding, cutting, or torching experience is a plus
• Basic math skills for measurements and material calculations
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to work both independently and on a team

Physical & Work Environment

• Regular lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of materials
• Physically active role requiring standing, walking, and working in a production setting for extended periods
• Work performed in a heavy industrial environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures
• Overtime may be required based on production needs