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Production Associate jobs are open across manufacturing, food and beverage, consumer goods, and logistics, from entry-level floor positions to lead and senior associate roles, with specializations in assembly, quality control, and packaging operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At Daniels Health, we're proud to support healthcare facilities by providing innovative medical waste solutions that help keep people safe. We're looking for a hardworking, reliable team member to join our close-knit production team in East Troy.
This is more than just an assembly role. You'll play an important part in keeping our operation running smoothly by building medical waste containers, supporting shipping and receiving activities, and helping our drivers and production team meet customer needs every day.
If you enjoy staying active, solving practical problems, working with your hands, and being part of a team that feels like family, we'd love to meet you.
Location:
2815 Buell Dr, East Troy, WI 53120
What will your job involve?
- Assemble and prepare medical waste containers for customer use
- Inspect, organize, and process incoming containers and materials
- Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently
- Move products and materials throughout the facility
- Operate forklifts and hand trucks after training and certification
- Load and unload materials from pallets, racks, shelves, and trailers
- Secure shipments using strapping, bracing, and protective materials
- Complete required paperwork accurately and maintain attention to detail
- Support drivers and teammates with daily operational needs
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
What are we looking for?
You might be a great fit if you:
- Enjoy physical, hands-on work and staying active throughout the day
- Can comfortably lift up to 55 pounds and push loaded carts
- Are dependable and committed to showing up for your team
- Take pride in doing quality work
- Work well independently and as part of a team
- Have experience in manufacturing, warehouse, production, shipping/receiving, construction, or other labor-intensive environments
- Like solving practical problems and finding solutions
- Are interested in growing into a leadership role over time
Why work for us?
- Job stability – as an essential service to healthcare we are non-seasonal and recession proof.
- Opportunities for overtime – we always need extra hands on deck so overtime opportunities are plentiful
- Consistent work hours – Monday-Thursday 1st Shift (5AM to 3:30PM)
- Benefits – Full time roles are provided benefits, sick leave and vacation leave after 90 days!
- Permanent position – This is a Full-time permanent role of 40 hours per week!
- Competitive salary – This position is offering $20.00 per hour to start!
Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Daniels Health conducts background checks and drug testing as part of the post‑offer hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Who's Hiring
- Cintas205

- Altium Packaging48

- Perdue42

- Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia33

- Goodwill San Antonio31

Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage13
- Medical Devices11
- Chemicals & Materials11
- Manufacturing9
- Energy4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production associate jobs.
- High school diploma or GED required by most employers
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or safety compliance
- Experience operating production machinery or assembly line equipment
- Basic quality control or inspection skills to identify defective products
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one on the job
Tips for Your Production Associate Job Search
Tailor your resume for ATS screening
Production associate postings are heavy with ATS filters. Mirror the exact language from each job description, including terms like cycle time, GMP, and line efficiency, so your resume clears automated screening before a human ever reads it.
List every certification you hold
Forklift operator certification, OSHA 10, and food handler cards are frequently listed as requirements. Put certifications in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so hiring managers spot them immediately without reading the whole document.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists production associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target your search by shift and industry
Production associate roles vary widely by shift structure and industry requirements. Filter for day, evening, or weekend shifts that match your availability, then narrow by sector, such as food processing versus electronics assembly, since skill expectations differ significantly.
Prepare for a skills or safety assessment
Many manufacturing and warehouse employers require a pre-hire test covering basic math, reading comprehension, or safety scenarios before the formal interview. Practice simple measurement conversions and review lockout/tagout procedures so you're ready on the spot.
Follow up after your interview promptly
Production facilities often run continuous hiring cycles and fill roles fast. Send a brief follow-up email within 24 hours referencing a specific detail from your interview, such as the production line you toured, to stay top of mind before the position closes.
Production Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most production associates?
The companies hiring the most production associates right now include Cintas, Altium Packaging, and Perdue, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is especially active in food and beverage manufacturing and consumer packaged goods.
How many production associate jobs are remote?
About 7% of production associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, since most roles require physical presence on a production floor. The subset most likely to include remote or hybrid components involves quality documentation, production scheduling coordination, or data entry tied to manufacturing systems rather than hands-on line work.
How do you become a production associate?
Start by earning a high school diploma or GED, which most employers require. Next, complete an OSHA 10 safety course and any forklift or equipment certification relevant to your target industry. Apply to entry-level positions in manufacturing, food processing, or logistics, and expect on-the-job training for company-specific machinery and quality procedures once you're hired.
Can you get hired as a production associate with no experience?
Yes, many employers hire production associates with no prior manufacturing experience and provide full on-the-job training. Emphasize transferable skills on your resume, such as physical stamina, attention to detail, and reliability, that are directly relevant to floor work. Applying to companies that advertise paid training programs gives you the strongest shot when your manufacturing background is limited.
What does the production associate interview process look like?
Most production associate interviews start with a phone or video screen focused on availability, shift flexibility, and physical requirements. A facility tour or floor walk often follows so you can see the environment firsthand. Some employers include a basic skills or safety knowledge assessment before a final in-person interview with a floor supervisor or plant manager who evaluates your fit for the specific line.
Where can I find and apply to production associate jobs?
You can find and apply to production associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience, shift preference, and industry background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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