Production Worker

Production Worker

The Production Worker plays a key role in the fabric department by folding, counting, visually inspecting, and packaging finished products according to detailed work orders. This position focuses on maintaining product consistency and accuracy while preparing items for shipment, and involves regular lifting and standing in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Fold, count, and package finished fabric products in accordance with work orders, including specified quantities, colors, and packaging instructions.
• Follow detailed packaging guidelines, including how products must be stacked and arranged within specific boxes.
• Perform thorough visual inspections of all products to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to standards.
• Accurately match products and packaging to work order requirements and verify counts before final packing.
• Lift and move boxes and materials weighing up to 30 lbs throughout the workday.
• Remain standing for extended periods while performing folding, inspection, and packaging tasks.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals and maintain workflow.
• Adapt to different roles and tasks within the production area as needed and learn new responsibilities.
• Follow directions from supervisors and respond constructively to feedback.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in a busy production environment.

Essential Skills

• Experience with packaging and production tasks in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Ability to perform visual inspections to identify inconsistencies or defects in products.
• General labor skills, including lifting, standing, and handling materials throughout the day.
• Basic machine operation skills within a production setting.
• Positive, can-do attitude with a strong willingness to work and contribute to team success.
• Reliability and consistent attendance to support production schedules.
• Team-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers.
• Flexibility to move between different roles and learn new tasks in the production area.
• Ability to take direction and handle feedback professionally.
• Capability to perform simple math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs repeatedly during the shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in a fast-paced production or warehouse environment is beneficial.
• Comfort working around machinery and adapting to varying noise levels.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in following written work orders and instructions.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining quality standards.
• Willingness to learn new processes and support different areas of the production line as needed.

Why Work Here?

Join a collaborative production team that values a positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn. You will work in an environment where teamwork, flexibility, and constructive feedback are encouraged, offering opportunities to grow your skills across different roles within the operation. This role provides a stable, hands-on position for individuals who enjoy staying active and contributing directly to the quality of finished products.

Work Environment

This role is based in a busy production environment with a fast pace and continuous workflow. You will spend most of the day on your feet, folding, inspecting, and packaging fabric products. The facility includes operating machinery, so some areas may be louder than others and there may be a noticeable smell of ink in the air. The work involves regular lifting of boxes and materials up to 30 lbs and requires comfort working around production equipment and in an active, high-energy setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of NEW ULM, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $17.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in NEW ULM,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 2026.