Manufacturing Associate Jobs in Georgia

Manufacturing Associate jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, concentrated in automotive assembly, food and beverage processing, aerospace components, and industrial packaging, with openings available at every level from entry-level production to senior line operator. The busiest hiring metros are Atlanta, Savannah, and Columbus, where established employers such as Kia Georgia, Gulfstream Aerospace, and Procter and Gamble maintain large manufacturing workforces. The most sought-after specialties include quality control, machine operation, and production line assembly. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles26
Top employerWalmart
Top cityValdosta, GA
Cities hiring13
Work type100% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Walmart
(USA) Security Associate, Manufacturing, SAT - MON 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
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(USA) Security Associate, Manufacturing, SAT - MON 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Walmart
Valdosta, Georgia
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$19.8 - $24.8/hr
High school
10,000+

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Walmart
(USA) Lead Associate, Manufacturing, Blow Mold , SAT - MON 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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(USA) Lead Associate, Manufacturing, Blow Mold , SAT - MON 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Walmart
Valdosta, Georgia
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$24.2 - $30.3/hr
High school
10,000+

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Shaw Industries
Plant WM Manufacturing Associate - Dalton, GA
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Plant WM Manufacturing Associate - Dalton, GA
Shaw Industries
Dalton, Georgia
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
Forklift Certification
10,000+

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Southwire
Warehouse Associate Manufacturing II
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Southwire
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Warehouse Associate Manufacturing II
Southwire
Carrollton, Georgia
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$22.39 - $23.83/hr
Forklift Certification
5,001-10,000

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48forty Solutions, LLC
Manufacturing Associate - Automation Piece Rate
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Manufacturing Associate - Automation Piece Rate
48forty Solutions, LLC
Savannah, Georgia
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$18.5 - $25/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Manufacturing Associate Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Valdosta
7 jobs
Atlanta
6 jobs
Calhoun
2 jobs
Marietta
2 jobs
Athens
1 job
Dalton
1 job
Cumming
1 job
Lavonia
1 job
McIntyre
1 job

Manufacturing Associate Job Market in Georgia

A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Walmart
Walmart7 open roles
48forty Solutions
48forty Solutions4 open roles
Infosys
Infosys3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Consumer Goods
  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Georgia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing associate jobs across Georgia.

  • High school diploma or GED required by most Georgia manufacturing employers
  • Hands-on experience operating production machinery or assembly line equipment preferred
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds consistently
  • Familiarity with Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles is a common advantage
  • Basic math and reading skills for measuring, logging, and following written instructions
  • Reliable transportation to reach plant locations in industrial corridors outside metro cores

Manufacturing Associate Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a manufacturing associate in Georgia?

Most manufacturing associate roles in Georgia require a high school diploma or GED, with no state-issued license needed for general production work. Employers typically provide on-the-job training for machinery operation and safety protocols. Completing a certificate program in manufacturing technology or industrial maintenance through Georgia Technical College System schools like Gwinnett Tech or Georgia Northwestern strengthens a candidate's application considerably.

Which companies hire manufacturing associates in Georgia?

Employers hiring manufacturing associates in Georgia right now include Walmart, 48forty Solutions, and Infosys, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Georgia's concentration of automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods plants means large manufacturers with multiple production shifts tend to post openings continuously throughout the year.

Which Georgia cities have the most manufacturing associate jobs?

The cities with the most manufacturing associate openings in Georgia are Valdosta, Atlanta, and Calhoun. Atlanta anchors demand through its extensive logistics and consumer goods infrastructure, Savannah draws volume from its port-adjacent industrial parks and automotive suppliers, and Columbus benefits from the long-standing presence of large textile and defense-related manufacturing operations.

Are there remote manufacturing associate jobs in Georgia?

Yes, but they're rare. Manufacturing associate work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to a physical production floor, so the vast majority of openings require full on-site presence. About 0% of manufacturing associate openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically cover quality documentation, inventory coordination, or scheduling rather than direct production work.

How can I get hired as a manufacturing associate in Georgia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to temp-to-hire roles through staffing agencies that serve Georgia's industrial corridors in metro Atlanta and the Savannah port area, where employers routinely bring on workers with no prior factory experience. Kia Georgia and Gulfstream Aerospace both run structured onboarding programs for new production hires. Earning a short manufacturing or industrial safety certificate from a Georgia Technical College System campus demonstrates readiness and consistently separates candidates in entry-level applicant pools.

Where can I find and apply to manufacturing associate jobs in Georgia?

You can find and apply to manufacturing associate jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings from employers across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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