Production Associate-Hicksville-Industrial

Location: Hicksville, NY

Position Type: Temporary

Pay Rate: $18.00/hour

Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-3:30 PM (Weekends may be required, hours subject to business needs)

Required Attire: Steel-toe shoes (composite safety shoe covers may be supplied if needed)

The Production Associate plays a key role in the manufacturing process, supporting supervisors to meet production goals while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. You will work in a dynamic food production environment, where accuracy, reliability, and attention to detail are crucial.

• Operate and monitor production equipment following supervisor instructions

• Move carts and trays in and out of chiller rooms (38°F), align products, and rework items as needed

• Wear required PPE: lab jacket, protective glasses, helmet, and hearing protection

• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow the 5S program

• Promote and adhere to safety protocols, including HACCP principles and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

• Document product discrepancies and communicate with supervisors or lead personnel

• Perform heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs, with assistance when needed)

• Execute other tasks as assigned, such as transferring to the kitchen area

• 18 years or older

• Basic literacy, numeracy, and comprehension skills (read, write, follow instructions)

• Frequent physical activity including standing, walking, bending, lifting, twisting, and climbing

• Comfortable working in cold (chiller rooms) or noisy environments; PPE provided for safety

• Able to consistently lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks

• Reliable transportation to/from work site

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Bilingual in Spanish (not required, but beneficial)

• Prior experience in the food industry

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.

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