Entry Level Production Associate Jobs
New grad production associate jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, and Energy, with employers like Cintas, Perdue, and Georgia-Pacific hiring at this level now.
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Location:
Sparks, NV, US, 89434
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Requisition Number: 233678
Job Description
Cintas is seeking a Production Associate – Garment Processor to work in our Distribution Center. Responsibilities include inspecting garments and trim items for correct color, scripting, size and quantity; applying emblems, ID tapes, barcodes, and/or other trims; cutting, sewing and hemming garments as required.
Skills/Qualifications
Required
Basic language and communication skills in speaking and understanding English
Ability to read maintenance literature printed in English
Ability to stand for up to 7 hours of an 8 hour shift
Strong attention to detail
Preferred
Industrial sewing experience
1+ years of experience operating a sewing machine
Benefits
Cintas offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, with premiums below the national average. We offer flexibility with four different medical plan options; one plan is offered at zero cost.
Additionally, our employee-partners enjoy:
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% Company Paid
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Skills Development, Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.
This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.
Job Category: Production Hourly
Organization: Global Supply Chain
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
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Nearest Major Market: Reno
Nearest Secondary Market: Tahoe
Job Segment: Supply Chain, Sewing, Supply, Operations, Manufacturing
Location:
Sparks, NV, US, 89434
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Requisition Number: 233678
Job Description
Cintas is seeking a Production Associate – Garment Processor to work in our Distribution Center. Responsibilities include inspecting garments and trim items for correct color, scripting, size and quantity; applying emblems, ID tapes, barcodes, and/or other trims; cutting, sewing and hemming garments as required.
Skills/Qualifications
Required
Basic language and communication skills in speaking and understanding English
Ability to read maintenance literature printed in English
Ability to stand for up to 7 hours of an 8 hour shift
Strong attention to detail
Preferred
Industrial sewing experience
1+ years of experience operating a sewing machine
Benefits
Cintas offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, with premiums below the national average. We offer flexibility with four different medical plan options; one plan is offered at zero cost.
Additionally, our employee-partners enjoy:
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% Company Paid
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Skills Development, Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.
This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.
Job Category: Production Hourly
Organization: Global Supply Chain
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
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Nearest Major Market: Reno
Nearest Secondary Market: Tahoe
Job Segment: Supply Chain, Sewing, Supply, Operations, Manufacturing
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Entry Level Production Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level production associate job?
Entry level production associate roles typically look for candidates who can demonstrate attention to detail, reliability, and comfort working in a structured, fast-paced environment. Internships, vocational training, or hands-on coursework in manufacturing or production give you a real edge. Tailor your resume to highlight any lab work, warehouse experience, or team-based projects, and apply to postings that explicitly welcome zero to two years of experience.
Which companies hire entry level production associates?
Companies hiring entry level production associates right now include Cintas, Perdue, and Georgia-Pacific, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this experience level, manufacturers, consumer goods companies, and logistics operations tend to hire in the highest volumes, often onboarding multiple entry level candidates at once.
Are there remote entry level production associate jobs?
Yes, though most production associate roles are on-site by nature. About 9% of entry level production associate openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, typically covering quality documentation, production coordination, or data entry functions that do not require a physical production floor presence.
Are these new grad production associate jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior production associate roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and treats internships, co-ops, or a portfolio of applied coursework as equivalent to full-time work history, so recent graduates and career changers both qualify for the same openings.
Which industries hire the most entry level production associates?
Entry level production associate roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because their production volumes require frequent onboarding of candidates who can be trained on specific processes and equipment from day one.