Production Associate Jobs in Indiana

Production Associate jobs in Indiana are concentrated in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Evansville, where manufacturing, food processing, and automotive supply chains drive steady demand at every level from entry-level floor positions to lead production roles. Major employers with lasting Indiana operations include Eli Lilly, Toyota Manufacturing Indiana, and Subaru of Indiana Automotive, all of which run ongoing production hiring. The most in-demand specialties are pharmaceutical manufacturing, automotive assembly, and consumer goods production. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles76
Top employerGoodwill Industries
Top cityIndianapolis, IN
Cities hiring43
Work type92% On-site
Top industryAutomotive

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Regal Rexnord Corporation
Production Associate
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Regal Rexnord Corporation
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Production Associate
Regal Rexnord Corporation
Columbia City, Indiana
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Assembly
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Production Associate
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Production Associate
Vylor
Rushville, Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Support
High school diploma or GED

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Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions
Production Associate (2nd Shift)
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Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions
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Production Associate (2nd Shift)
Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions
Indianapolis, Indiana
Inventory Control
Logistics & Inventory
Warehouse Operations
$16 - $18/hr
1,001-5,000

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HR Collaboration Group LLC
Production/ Packaging Associate
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HR Collaboration Group LLC
New 15h ago
Production/ Packaging Associate
HR Collaboration Group LLC
Angola, Indiana
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$20 - $23/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Regal Rexnord Corporation
Production Associate MS (3rd Shift)
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Regal Rexnord Corporation
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Production Associate MS (3rd Shift)
Regal Rexnord Corporation
Columbia City, Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Production Associate Jobs by City in Indiana

Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Indianapolis
7 jobs
Auburn
4 jobs
Elkhart
4 jobs
Portage
3 jobs
La Porte
3 jobs
Plainfield
3 jobs
Columbia City
3 jobs
Dyer
2 jobs
Hobart
2 jobs

Production Associate Job Market in Indiana

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

Who's Hiring

  • Goodwill Industries
    Goodwill Industries17
  • MasterBrand Cabinets
    MasterBrand Cabinets4
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    Dekalb Metal Finishing4
  • Latham Pool Products
    Latham Pool Products4
  • Regal Rexnord Corporation
    Regal Rexnord Corporation3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive
  • Food & Beverage

What Indiana Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in production associate jobs across Indiana.

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required by most Indiana production employers
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
  • Prior experience operating production machinery or assembly line equipment preferred
  • Familiarity with quality control standards such as ISO or Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one within the first 90 days
  • Availability for rotating shifts including nights and weekends in high-output facilities

Production Associate Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a production associate in Indiana?

Most production associate roles in Indiana require a high school diploma or GED and are filled through direct employer applications without a state-issued license. Candidates entering pharmaceutical manufacturing benefit from completing an OSHA 10 certification and any Good Manufacturing Practices training offered through Ivy Tech Community College or Vincennes University. For automotive and industrial production roles, completing a certificate program in manufacturing technology at a local Indiana technical college strengthens a candidate's application significantly.

Which companies hire production associates in Indiana?

Companies currently hiring production associates in Indiana include Goodwill Industries, MasterBrand Cabinets, and Dekalb Metal Finishing, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Indiana's concentration of pharmaceutical, automotive, and food manufacturing facilities means production associate openings appear consistently across both large anchor employers and their regional supplier networks.

Which Indiana cities have the most production associate jobs?

Indianapolis, Auburn, and Elkhart have the most production associate openings in Indiana. Indianapolis anchors the market through its pharmaceutical and consumer goods facilities, while Fort Wayne's dense cluster of automotive suppliers and Evansville's food processing and industrial manufacturing operations sustain strong hiring across all three metros.

Are there remote production associate jobs in Indiana?

Yes, but they're rare. Production associate work is inherently hands-on and tied to a physical facility, so most roles require on-site presence. About 8% of production associate openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be quality documentation, production scheduling support, or training coordination functions rather than floor-level manufacturing roles.

How can I get hired as a production associate in Indiana with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to a large Indiana manufacturer that runs structured onboarding for new hires. Eli Lilly, Toyota Manufacturing Indiana, and Subaru of Indiana Automotive all hire entry-level production workers and provide paid on-the-job training. Completing a short manufacturing skills certificate at Ivy Tech Community College, even before applying, gives candidates a meaningful edge. Adjacent roles like material handler, warehouse associate, or quality inspector are common stepping stones that lead into full production associate positions within the same facility.

Where can I find and apply to production associate jobs in Indiana?

You can find and apply to production associate jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly through the listings.

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