Production Associate

Job Description:

Now hiring for a Production Associate

Location: Lakewood, WA

Pay Rate: Pay Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday - Thursday | 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM

Your Grind. Your Goals. Your Payday.

This Production Associate job in Lakewood is made for people who like to stay busy and build something real. You'll learn fast, move fast, and stack that pay every week.

Looking for Production Associate jobs in Lakewood where hard work drives every shift? This opportunity lets you help manufacture quality products, support production goals, and contribute to a team that keeps operations running safely and efficiently.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Production Associate career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Requirements

• Entry-level candidates welcome
• Up to one year of carpentry or construction experience preferred
• Basic math skills
• Ability to operate power tools safely
• Ability to follow repair procedures and quality standards
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for 8-10 hours
• Ability to twist, stoop, squat, crouch, and reach overhead frequently
• Ability to perform repetitive movements
• Ability to use hands and feet simultaneously
• Steel-toed shoes, jeans, and T-shirts required
• Ability to work flexible overtime
• Must complete required drug screening and Staffmark interview

Job Duties

• Inspect pallets for damage and repair needs
• Repair pallets according to established procedures
• Operate pneumatic nail guns, grinders, saws, and related tools
• Inspect nails and completed repairs for quality
• Assemble and replace pallet components
• Follow production and quality standards
• Maintain a safe and organized work area
• Perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift
• Report damaged tools or quality concerns
• Complete additional production duties as assigned

Benefits

• Temp-to-hire opportunity
• Four-day regular workweek
• Performance incentive bonuses for Pallet Repair Operators
• Safety gear provided
• Hands-on power-tool and manufacturing experience
• Flexible overtime opportunities
• Additional benefit information will be provided during the hiring process

Good place to work…the staff at this staffing agency were absolutely wonderful." - Staffmark Production Team Member

What You Will Do

As a Production Associate you will support daily manufacturing operations by assembling products, operating production equipment, inspecting finished goods, packaging materials, maintaining production standards, and following established work instructions. You will help keep production areas clean and organized, monitor product quality, meet production goals, and contribute to safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

A Production Associate supports efficient manufacturing by performing a wide variety of production responsibilities that contribute to safe, productive operations. This position combines strong work habits with attention to quality and teamwork to support manufacturing excellence.

The Production Associate requires adaptability, dependability, and the ability to perform production tasks while maintaining quality standards and workplace safety. Successful candidates contribute directly to efficient manufacturing operations and customer satisfaction.

This profession provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy manufacturing, teamwork, and continuous learning.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.

The state of Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act requires employers in the state of Washington to disclose the following information.

The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.

The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off.