Production Associate

Now hiring for a Production Associate
Location: Eaton, OH
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Built to Last. Just Like You.
If you take pride in showing up, working hard, and keeping things running, this Production Associate job in Eaton is for you. You’ll help build, pack, or move products that matter. It’s steady work with good pay, benefits, and a team that respects your effort.

Looking for Production Associate jobs in Eaton where hard work drives every shift? This opportunity lets you help manufacture quality products, support production goals, and contribute to a team that keeps operations running safely and efficiently.

This opportunity is based on a Production Associate career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or production training is beneficial.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-year college degree in related field or APICS certification preferred

• 2-3 years of purchasing or related experience preferred
• QAD experience preferred
• Microsoft Office experience, including Excel and Word, preferred
• Knowledge of a manufacturing environment preferred

• Place orders for raw materials and production components
• Track deliveries and communicate shipment status
• Monitor inventory levels to support production requirements
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries
• Maintain purchasing records and documentation
• Support department goals and company objectives
• Assist with inventory planning and material availability
• Work with internal teams to resolve supply and delivery issues

• Previous manufacturing, assembly, production, warehouse, or industrial experience is preferred.
• Experience operating production equipment, performing quality inspections, or meeting production goals is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement practices, or workplace safety procedures is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate reliability, adaptability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are well positioned for success as a Production Associate.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive production tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift materials, components, or finished products weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate around production equipment and moving machinery.
• Ability to maintain productivity while working in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Keyboarding, sitting, walking standing, and reaching.
• Required to lift up to pounds occasionally.

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

As a Production Associate you will support daily manufacturing operations by assembling products, operating production equipment, inspecting finished goods, packaging materials, maintaining production standards, and following established work instructions. You will help keep production areas clean and organized, monitor product quality, meet production goals, and contribute to safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

A Production Associate helps maintain efficient production by supporting manufacturing processes, inspecting products, and following established work instructions. This role requires consistency, organization, and a commitment to producing quality work.

The Production Associate combines production support, quality awareness, and teamwork to help ensure products are manufactured safely and efficiently while meeting customer expectations.

This profession is well suited for individuals who enjoy active manufacturing environments.