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Production Associate roles in manufacturing, food processing, and consumer goods align with F-1 CPT when your academic program in industrial engineering, supply chain, or operations management requires hands-on production floor experience. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must connect directly to your coursework.
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Our Production Team is Kind of a Big Deal!
UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Production Team Partner to join our UniFirst Family. As a Team Partner in the Picking Department, you will be responsible for picking garments to fulfill customer orders. We have an immediate opening and provide on the job training!
Pay & Benefits:
On the job training & great hourly pay + 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Direct Payroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.
What’s in it for you?
Training:
Our Team Partners receive ongoing cross-training, exposing them to different department areas. Cross training enhances performance and assists with career potential and advancement.
Work Life Balance:
We offer part-time work: 2nd shift available
Career Growth:
Some companies like to promote from within, we love to!
Culture:
Our family culture is what makes UniFirst an organization that stands out from the rest.
Diversity:
At UniFirst, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds. We believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.
What you’ll be doing:
- Perform assigned tasks by utilizing established processes and procedures to ensure productivity, quality, safety, attendance, and overall performance.
- Operate machines which includes strapping equipment.
- Place totes of strapped garments onto conveyor belt and retrieve totes from designated areas.
- Comply with work instructions as directed by leadership.
- Participate in plant-wide safety activities.
- Achieve performance and quality standards as set by the department.
- Perform other duties as described by leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
What we’re looking for:
- Actively seeking High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must be at least 16 years of age or older.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to hear, talk, see, and distinguish between colors. Reasonable accommodations are provided.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.
- Ability to stand for an extended period of time.
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
ABOUT UNIFIRST
The fabric of UniFirst is woven from its very unique family culture where our Team Partners enjoy a small company feel while taking advantage of the resources and stability that come with being a 2 billion-dollar organization.
UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion-dollar garment services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year-old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at (800) 213-8979 to let us know the nature of your request.
UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.
INTRODUCTION
Our Production Team is Kind of a Big Deal!
UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Production Team Partner to join our UniFirst Family. As a Team Partner in the Picking Department, you will be responsible for picking garments to fulfill customer orders. We have an immediate opening and provide on the job training!
Pay & Benefits:
On the job training & great hourly pay + 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Direct Payroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.
What’s in it for you?
Training:
Our Team Partners receive ongoing cross-training, exposing them to different department areas. Cross training enhances performance and assists with career potential and advancement.
Work Life Balance:
We offer part-time work: 2nd shift available
Career Growth:
Some companies like to promote from within, we love to!
Culture:
Our family culture is what makes UniFirst an organization that stands out from the rest.
Diversity:
At UniFirst, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds. We believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.
What you’ll be doing:
- Perform assigned tasks by utilizing established processes and procedures to ensure productivity, quality, safety, attendance, and overall performance.
- Operate machines which includes strapping equipment.
- Place totes of strapped garments onto conveyor belt and retrieve totes from designated areas.
- Comply with work instructions as directed by leadership.
- Participate in plant-wide safety activities.
- Achieve performance and quality standards as set by the department.
- Perform other duties as described by leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
What we’re looking for:
- Actively seeking High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must be at least 16 years of age or older.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to hear, talk, see, and distinguish between colors. Reasonable accommodations are provided.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.
- Ability to stand for an extended period of time.
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
ABOUT UNIFIRST
The fabric of UniFirst is woven from its very unique family culture where our Team Partners enjoy a small company feel while taking advantage of the resources and stability that come with being a 2 billion-dollar organization.
UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion-dollar garment services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year-old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at (800) 213-8979 to let us know the nature of your request.
UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.
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Get Access To All JobsProduction Associate CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Associate role qualify for CPT?
It depends on your degree program. CPT requires a direct connection between the job duties and your enrolled coursework. A Production Associate role qualifies if your program in industrial engineering, supply chain, or operations management includes practical training as a required or integral component. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific curriculum, not the job title alone.
Can I work full-time as a Production Associate on CPT?
Yes, but full-time CPT, meaning 20 or more hours per week, has a significant consequence: 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Production Associate shifts frequently run 40 hours weekly. Before accepting a full-time offer, confirm with your DSO whether part-time CPT is an option that still satisfies your curriculum requirement.
How do I show a production employer that CPT is legitimate work authorization?
Show the employer your CPT-endorsed I-20, which lists your authorized employer, job title, and dates. For I-9 verification, a CPT-authorized I-20 combined with your F-1 visa and passport establishes your work authorization. Employers enrolled in E-Verify can confirm your status electronically. Migrate Mate surfaces employers familiar with F-1 authorization, which reduces the need to explain the process from scratch.
What happens if my Production Associate CPT authorization expires mid-semester?
You must stop working immediately if your CPT end date passes and your DSO hasn't issued an updated I-20. Production environments often require workers on-site daily, so a lapse creates an immediate compliance problem. Request a CPT extension at least two weeks before your current authorization expires. Your employer cannot legally continue your employment until the updated I-20 is issued and you provide it for I-9 re-verification.
Can I switch employers mid-semester on CPT for a Production Associate role?
Not without a new CPT authorization. Each CPT approval is tied to a specific employer, job title, and date range listed on your I-20. If you receive a better offer mid-semester, your DSO must cancel the current CPT and issue a new I-20 for the new employer before you start. Some schools restrict mid-semester employer changes, so check your institution's CPT policy before committing to multiple offers.