Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Production Associate – Direct Hire

Valley City, Ohio | 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift Opportunities

We're hiring Production Associates for direct hire opportunities in Valley City, Ohio! This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, growing manufacturing company that values safety, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement .

If you're looking for more than just a production job, this company offers competitive benefits, paid time off, training, and a clear path for career advancement.

Why You'll Want to Join

• Direct hire from day one
• Excellent benefits package
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and cross-training opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities
• Advancement opportunities for 2nd and 3rd shift employees as early as 90 days, with additional opportunities within the first year
• Stable manufacturing environment with opportunities to build long-term skills

What You'll Do

As a Production Associate, you'll play an important role in keeping manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently while ensuring customers receive high-quality products.

Responsibilities include:

• Work alongside the roll-forming and production teams to keep manufacturing operations running efficiently.
• Assist with coil and material changeovers.
• Package, move, and prepare finished products for shipment.
• Rework or repack parts as needed to meet quality standards.
• Perform visual inspections and use measuring tools to verify product quality.
• Complete basic machine setup and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate production counts and documentation.
• Support other production departments as needed.
• Follow all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) procedures.
• Take ownership of product quality and stop production if quality concerns arise.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing experience is a plus, but we're willing to train the right person.
• Ability to read work instructions, blueprints, safety documents, and control plans.
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, and other hand tools is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Dependable, safety-minded, and willing to learn.

Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on manufacturing position. Employees should be able to:

• Lift up to 75 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Stand and walk throughout an 8-hour shift.
• Frequently bend, stoop, twist, and step on/off low platforms.
• Perform repetitive manual tasks, including banding materials.
• Use hand tools and measuring equipment throughout the shift.
• Work safely around moving machinery and elevated noise levels.
• Work with occasional exposure to coolant, fumes, and airborne particles. PPE is provided.

Comprehensive Benefits

Employees receive an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Exercise Facility Reimbursement

Build a Career, Not Just a Job

We're looking for people who want to learn, grow, and build a career in manufacturing.

Employees have opportunities to develop their skills through:

• Structured training programs
• Cross-training across departments
• Continuous improvement initiatives
• Increased responsibilities and advancement opportunities
• Potential advancement from 2nd and 3rd shift roles beginning around 90 days, with additional opportunities throughout the first year

Your growth is important to us, and we want to help you develop the skills needed to take the next step in your career.

Ready to Get Started?

If you're looking for a direct hire manufacturing opportunity with excellent benefits, training, and a company that promotes from within, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step toward a long-term manufacturing career.

Anderson Biro is a full-service staffing firm. Our motto here is Powerful Teams...Practical Strategies® and our clients appreciate our flexible, realistic approach to doing business and delivering effective results.

Company Description

Anderson Biro is a full-service staffing firm. Our motto here is Powerful Teams...Practical Strategies® and our clients appreciate our flexible, realistic approach to doing business and delivering effective results.