1st Production Associate

Oneonta, NY 13820

Employment Type: Contract Industry: INDUSTRIAL Job Number: 56155045 Pay Rate: $16 / hour Specialty: Branch: Pay Type:

Job Description

Production Associate (1st Shift)
Location: Oneonta, NY
Pay: $16.00 / hour
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Hours: 7:00a to 3:30p and will move to 10-hour shift in July to 6:00a to 4:30p M-F
Join a Global Leader in Luxury Packaging
Our client is a premier, family-led manufacturer of high-end paperboard packaging for international fragrance, skincare, and spirits brands. We offer a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
The Role
As a Production Associate, you are the final touch on products destined for the global stage. You will work in a high-energy environment, specializing in the assembly of custom, sustainable packaging. This role requires a blend of manual dexterity, a keen eye for aesthetics, and a commitment to safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities
Assembly & Production
•    Hand-assemble premium packaging components including folding, gluing, ironing, pressing, and fulfilling.
•    Prepare work areas by organizing tools (jigs, tape, hand tools) and transferring materials to the correct production lines.
•    Polybag and pack-out finished goods into corrugated shippers for transport.
•    Efficiently assist in "changeovers" by clearing areas, wiping tables, and managing leftover materials after job completion.
Quality
•    Act as a guardian of the brand by assessing all components for blemishes or quality failures.
•    Communicate clearly and immediately with Operators, Quality Leads, and Supervisors when defects are identified.
•    Maintain a deep understanding of the company’s Quality Policy.
Safety & Organization
•    Maintain a pristine workspace, sweeping debris, clearing aisles, and organizing shelving.
•    Proactively identify and report any unsafe conditions to the Leadership Team.
•    Strictly adhere to all Health and Safety procedures and attendance protocols.
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Who You Are
•    Detail-Oriented: You notice the small things that others miss, ensuring every finished product is "luxury grade."
•    High Energy: You enjoy a fast-paced environment where you are consistently active and "on the go."
•    Team Player: You have a positive attitude and work effectively whether you are collaborating in a group or working independently.
•    Reliable: You understand that a global supply chain relies on good attendance and punctuality.
Qualifications & Requirements
•    Must be 18 years of age or older.
•    Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
•    Ability to follow multi-step directions from Supervisors and Line Leads.
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Apply today to join our team in Oneonta!

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Additional Information

At HW Staffing Solutions we recognize the value of our employee associates as equally as our clients. We are passionate about people and improving the lives of every associate, we do this by connecting you with great companies and great opportunities. We celebrate our awesome diversity, believe that everyone has a unique talent, and appreciate the passion and perspectives that each of us bring to the table. Discover a new way to work together with a company that is focused on offering the best opportunities, benefits and career advancement in Accounting & Finance, Office & Administrative, Light Industrial, Professional & Technical, Call Center, Food Processing and Hospitality. HW Staffing Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity company.

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