1st Shift - Manufacturing Associate
Contract Type:
Temporary
Location:
Elkhart, IN
Industry:
Assembly
Pay Rate:
Job Number:
63120592
Posted:
31-Aug-2026
1st Shift - Manufacturing Associate Location: Elkhart, IN  Shift: 1st Shift – 4:30 AM–3:00 PM, Monday–Thursday (4/10s)  Pay: $16.00 per hour Job SummaryAre you an experienced manufacturing professional looking for an opportunity to grow your production skills? We're seeking a Manufacturing Associate to join our team in Elkhart, IN. In this role, you'll be responsible for matching production orders to staged materials, moving products to the appropriate workstation, and performing a variety of assembly, packaging, labeling, and material-handling tasks while maintaining high standards for quality and productivity. What You'll Be Doing As a Manufacturing Associate, your core responsibilities will include:-Production & Assembly: Assemble products according to instructions from the Production Supervisor or Production Team Leader and operate sewing machinery or assist machine operators as needed.-Material Handling & Order Fulfillment: Pick materials to satisfy production orders, move products to designated workstations, and lift, weigh, count, and organize materials throughout the production process.-Packaging & Quality: Create cartons, package finished products, apply labels, and ensure products are produced at the expected rate while minimizing scrap and downtime.-In addition, you will also be expected to keep work areas clean and organized, follow all safety and quality standards, immediately report safety hazards or incidents, assist with year-end inventory when needed, and complete other tasks assigned by production leadership. What We're Looking For To be successful in this role, you should have the following:Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent requiredPrevious light or heavy manufacturing or production experience preferredExperience with industrial sewing, upholstery covering, fabric cutting, repackaging, or metal stamping setting machines preferred but can be trainedAbility to stand or sit for extended periodsAbility to lift up to 49 lbs. from floor to chest levelAbility to communicate and articulate information clearlyAbility to interpret product drawingsBasic understanding of both imperial and metric measurement systemsAbility to measure components using tape measures, calipers, and angle gaugesAbility to convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractionsAbility to work in high-temperature conditions, particularly during summer months, as production work centers and picking zones are not air conditionedSkills:-Production: Ability to complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and with a strong focus on quality and productivity.-Attention to Detail: Ability to accurately match production orders, measure components, package products, and follow documented specifications.-Organization: Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.-Teamwork: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a production team while communicating clearly with supervisors and team leads.-Adaptability: Comfortable handling multiple situations simultaneously and willing to ask questions and seek assistance when needed. What We're Looking For in a Candidate The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, safety-conscious, and willing to learn. You'll need excellent listening skills, the ability to follow both written and verbal instructions, and a commitment to following company policies and procedures. A humble, team-oriented attitude and willingness to seek knowledge when needed will be important to your success. Work Environment This is a hands-on manufacturing position that requires standing or sitting for extended periods, lifting up to 49 lbs., and working in production areas that may become hot during the summer. Production work centers and picking zones are not air conditioned, although fans are provided for air circulation. Workbox Staffing BenefitsHire-in OpportunitiesComprehensive Benefits including Health, Life, and DentalVeteran-Friendly and Equal Opportunity EmployerReady to take the next step in your manufacturing career? Apply online today and let's DO GOOD together!
1st Shift - Manufacturing Associate
Location: Elkhart, IN
Shift: 1st Shift – 4:30 AM–3:00 PM, Monday–Thursday (4/10s)
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Job Summary
Are you an experienced manufacturing professional looking for an opportunity to grow your production skills? We're seeking a Manufacturing Associate to join our team in Elkhart, IN. In this role, you'll be responsible for matching production orders to staged materials, moving products to the appropriate workstation, and performing a variety of assembly, packaging, labeling, and material-handling tasks while maintaining high standards for quality and productivity.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Manufacturing Associate, your core responsibilities will include:
-Production & Assembly: Assemble products according to instructions from the Production Supervisor or Production Team Leader and operate sewing machinery or assist machine operators as needed.
-Material Handling & Order Fulfillment: Pick materials to satisfy production orders, move products to designated workstations, and lift, weigh, count, and organize materials throughout the production process.
-Packaging & Quality: Create cartons, package finished products, apply labels, and ensure products are produced at the expected rate while minimizing scrap and downtime.
-In addition, you will also be expected to keep work areas clean and organized, follow all safety and quality standards, immediately report safety hazards or incidents, assist with year-end inventory when needed, and complete other tasks assigned by production leadership.
What We're Looking For
To be successful in this role, you should have the following:
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous light or heavy manufacturing or production experience preferred
Experience with industrial sewing, upholstery covering, fabric cutting, repackaging, or metal stamping setting machines preferred but can be trained
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 49 lbs. from floor to chest level
Ability to communicate and articulate information clearly
Ability to interpret product drawings
Basic understanding of both imperial and metric measurement systems
Ability to measure components using tape measures, calipers, and angle gauges
Ability to convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions
Ability to work in high-temperature conditions, particularly during summer months, as production work centers and picking zones are not air conditioned
Skills:
-Production: Ability to complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and with a strong focus on quality and productivity.
-Attention to Detail: Ability to accurately match production orders, measure components, package products, and follow documented specifications.
-Organization: Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
-Teamwork: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a production team while communicating clearly with supervisors and team leads.
-Adaptability: Comfortable handling multiple situations simultaneously and willing to ask questions and seek assistance when needed.
What We're Looking For in a Candidate
The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, safety-conscious, and willing to learn. You'll need excellent listening skills, the ability to follow both written and verbal instructions, and a commitment to following company policies and procedures. A humble, team-oriented attitude and willingness to seek knowledge when needed will be important to your success.
Work Environment
This is a hands-on manufacturing position that requires standing or sitting for extended periods, lifting up to 49 lbs., and working in production areas that may become hot during the summer. Production work centers and picking zones are not air conditioned, although fans are provided for air circulation.
Workbox Staffing Benefits
Hire-in Opportunities
Comprehensive Benefits including Health, Life, and Dental
Veteran-Friendly and Equal Opportunity Employer
Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career? Apply online today and let's DO GOOD together!
