General Production Associate

General Production AssociateThe General Production Associate is an entry-level role responsible for supporting daily manufacturing operations. Team members rotate through multiple production positions to ensure efficient workflow, high-quality products, and safe plant operations. This role is essential to meeting production goals while maintaining strict standards for safety, food safety, and quality.Inspect products continuously to ensure all quality standards are metRemove damaged or defective products, baskets, or materials and properly store or dispose of themPerform visual inspections of packaging for accuracy, seal integrity, and code/date complianceStack cartons or trays onto pallets/skids using proper patternsSafely operate pallet jacks to move finished goodsAssist operators, utilities, and other production staff to maintain line efficiencyClean and maintain equipment, tools, and work areas in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and housekeeping standardsFollow all Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), plant policies, and food safety proceduresCommunicate effectively with teammates and leadership to ensure smooth shift transitionsParticipate in cross-training to support flexibility across production areasIdentify and report safety, quality, or productivity issues to support continuous improvementPerform additional duties as assigned to meet operational needsHigh school diploma or GED required. Ability to read, write, and understand English. Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety. Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Willingness to rotate tasks and adapt to changing priorities.Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8–12 hours per shift)Frequent turning, grasping, and reachingOccasional lifting of 2–30 poundsContinuous visual focus to monitor product quality and equipment operationWork environment includes moderate noise levels, temperature-controlled areas, and potential exposure to slippery floors and dust from dry ingredientsOvertime, weekends, and flexible shifts may be required based on production needsEntry-level opportunity with training and cross-skilling. Team-based work environment. Stable manufacturing role with growth potential.About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.