Production Associate Jobs in North Carolina

Production Associate jobs in North Carolina are concentrated in food and beverage processing, pharmaceuticals, and automotive and electronics manufacturing, with demand at every level from entry-line to lead operator. Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, and Greensboro are the heaviest hiring markets, and established employers like Pfizer, Caterpillar, and Frito-Lay maintain ongoing production workforces across the state. The most in-demand specialties include quality inspection, assembly line operations, and GMP-compliant manufacturing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles88
Top employerCornerstone Building Brands
Top cityWelcome, NC
Cities hiring51
Work type87% On-site
Top industryFood

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Cummins
Production Associate - Level II
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Production Associate - Level II
Cummins
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions
Production Associate - Tempering Oven Loader/Unloader
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Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions
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Production Associate - Tempering Oven Loader/Unloader
Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions
Dallas, North Carolina
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$16 - $18/hr
1,001-5,000

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Cornerstone Building Brands
Production Associate 2 - 2nd shift - Woodsurround
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Cornerstone Building Brands
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Production Associate 2 - 2nd shift - Woodsurround
Cornerstone Building Brands
Welcome, North Carolina
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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48forty Solutions, LLC
Production Associate - Pallet Trim Trac Operator Piece Rate
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48forty Solutions, LLC
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Production Associate - Pallet Trim Trac Operator Piece Rate
48forty Solutions, LLC
Dunn, North Carolina
Content & Communications
Creative & Design
Multimedia Production
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Cornerstone Building Brands
Production Associate I - 1st Shift *
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Cornerstone Building Brands
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Production Associate I - 1st Shift *
Cornerstone Building Brands
Welcome, North Carolina
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Production Associate Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Welcome
8 jobs
Graham
6 jobs
Charlotte
5 jobs
Rocky Mount
5 jobs
Raleigh
4 jobs
Harrisburg
4 jobs
Hickory
3 jobs
Dallas
2 jobs
Brevard
2 jobs

Production Associate Job Market in North Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

Cornerstone Building Brands
Cornerstone Building Brands8 open roles
Perdue
Perdue7 open roles
Cintas
Cintas6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage
  • Technology & Software

What North Carolina Employers Look For

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

  • High school diploma or GED required by most North Carolina production employers
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
  • Prior experience operating production machinery or working on a manufacturing line
  • Familiarity with GMP or food safety standards in regulated North Carolina facilities
  • Ability to read work orders, labels, and basic production documentation accurately
  • Willingness to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends in plant environments

Production Associate Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a production associate in North Carolina?

Most production associate roles in North Carolina require a high school diploma or GED and are filled through direct applications to manufacturers. No state-issued license is required for general production work. Candidates who complete a certificate in manufacturing technology through a North Carolina community college, such as those offered through the North Carolina Community College System's curriculum programs, stand out in competitive applicant pools, particularly for pharmaceutical and food processing facilities that require GMP knowledge.

Which companies hire production associates in North Carolina?

Employers hiring production associates in North Carolina right now include Cornerstone Building Brands, Perdue, and Cintas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. North Carolina's pharmaceutical corridor in Research Triangle Park and its automotive and food manufacturing base in the Triad region drive steady, year-round demand from both large multinationals and regional processors.

Which North Carolina cities have the most production associate jobs?

Welcome, Graham, and Charlotte account for the largest share of production associate openings in North Carolina. Charlotte's concentration of automotive suppliers and consumer goods facilities drives volume there, while the Raleigh-Durham area reflects pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing tied to Research Triangle Park, and Greensboro anchors a dense cluster of food processing and distribution operations in the Triad.

Are there remote production associate jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, but they're rare. Production associate work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to a physical facility, so most roles require on-site presence. About 13% of production associate openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those exceptions tend to involve quality documentation, production scheduling support, or training coordination rather than floor-level assembly or processing work.

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

The most direct path is applying to temp-to-hire placements at North Carolina food processing and consumer goods plants, where training is provided on the job and prior experience is not required. Large manufacturers in the Charlotte and Triad regions regularly bring on entry-level associates through staffing partners before converting strong performers to permanent roles. Completing a short manufacturing certificate through the North Carolina Community College System adds measurable weight to an application alongside steady work history in any physically demanding role.

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

You can find and apply to production associate jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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