Production Associate

Production Associate I

Location: Champaign, IL (Interstate Drive & Mattis Avenue)
Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire
Schedule: Monday Friday | 7:00 AM 3:30 PM
Pay: Starting at $20.00/hour + Regular Overtime Available

About the Opportunity

We are hiring Production Associates for a growing manufacturing and warehouse operation in Champaign, IL.

This is a long-term Temp-to-Hire opportunity designed for individuals who are looking to build a stable career-not just find their next job.

The company is looking for dependable individuals with a strong work ethic who are willing to learn, contribute to the team, and earn a permanent position through performance, attendance, and reliability.

If you're looking for a career where hard work is recognized and long-term opportunities exist, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on production and warehouse operations.
• Fill, package, label, palletize, and stage products for shipment.
• Inspect products for quality, markings, pressure, and valve compliance.
• Perform hydrostatic testing and maintain testing logs.
• Operate production equipment, recovery/reclaim equipment, hand grinders, and other warehouse tools safely.
• Enter production and inventory information into company computer systems.
• Coordinate with warehouse, logistics, and production teams to complete daily operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards at all times.
• Perform additional production duties as assigned.

Requirements

To be considered, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Previous warehouse and/or manufacturing experience.
• Stable work history with consistent employment (short-term job hopping will not be considered).
• Basic computer proficiency with the ability to learn company systems. Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) is a strong advantage.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs throughout the workday.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM 3:30 PM, with overtime as required.
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding warehouse/manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working in warmer warehouse conditions, especially during the summer months.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and punctuality.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screen before starting employment.

Work Environment

This is a hands-on production and warehouse position.

Candidates should expect:

• Physical work throughout the shift.
• Standing, walking, lifting, bending, and moving materials regularly.
• Working with production equipment and warehouse tools.
• A manufacturing environment that can become hot, dusty, and physically demanding, particularly during the summer.
• Work assignments at either the Interstate Drive or Mattis Avenue facility depending on business needs.

This is not a climate-controlled office environment.

Temp-to-Hire Process

This position begins as a temporary assignment.

Associates who demonstrate:

• Excellent attendance
• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Ability to learn
• Reliability
• Overall performance

may be considered for full-time employment after approximately 90 days, based on business needs and individual performance.

Interview Process

• Phone Interview
• Onsite Interview with the Hiring Manager
• Background Check
• Drug Screen
• Start Date Scheduled Upon Successful Completion of Hiring Process

Who Will Be Successful?

This opportunity is best suited for individuals who:

Want a long-term career, not just a temporary paycheck.

Take pride in showing up every day and doing quality work.

Are comfortable with physical, hands-on warehouse and production work.

Can work safely, efficiently, and as part of a team.

Want to learn, grow, and earn the opportunity to become a permanent employee.