Production Associate - 3rd Shift

Job Description

Production Associate: Ashton, Illinois

Our customer in Ashton, Illinois is looking for a dependable, detailoriented individual to join their team as a Production Associate to work fulltime on 3rd shift. In this role, you will support food production operations by filling, sealing, and inspecting dry food mix products while maintaining strict quality, safety, and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities of the Production Associate:

Fill bags with dry food mix accurately and efficiently.

Lift and handle products weighing approximately 50–55 lbs. (work performed at waist height).

Operate bag sealing equipment as needed.

Perform visual quality checks to ensure products meet specifications

Maintain attention to detail throughout the production process.

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety guidelines.

Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with standards.

Support production goals by working efficiently as part of a team.

Production Associate Requirements and Qualifications:

Ability to lift 50–55 lbs. throughout the shift.

Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods.

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions.

Must wear steeltoed boots (boot covers provided; boots do not need to be new).

No nail polish and no visible piercings, including tongue piercings.

Ability to read and communicate in English.

Reliable attendance and willingness to work overnight hours.

Pay for Production Associate: $18.00/hour.

Production Associate Benefits:

Health insurance.

Paid time off.

401k with company match.

Paid weekly.

Direct deposit.

Paid training.

Type: 3rd Shift, Fulltime.

Schedule: Sunday – Thursday from 11:00pm – 7:30am with a 30minute unpaid lunch. Sunday shifts are logged as Monday for start dates and calloffs.

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Full-time