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Job Title:** **Production Associate

**Location:** Fort Lawn, SC 29714

S **hift:** 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

**Pay Rate:** $17.50/hour

**Start Date:** January 12, 2026

**Assignment Length:** 4-week project (potential for extension)

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused **Production Associate** to support operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves operating production line equipment, performing quality checks, supporting cellar operations, and maintaining a clean and compliant workspace. If you are dependable, motivated, and enjoy hands-on work, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Machine Operation

+ Operate assigned production line equipment safely and efficiently to meet or exceed production goals

+ Perform machine changeovers accurately and in a timely manner

+ Interact with and navigate HMI (Human-Machine Interface) control systems

+ Operate designated machine centers based on daily operational needs

+ Support cellar operations, including tank sanitation, sampling, and blending

+ Perform tank washing, line cleaning, and equipment sanitation

Quality & Reporting

+ Complete routine production reporting and required documentation

+ Perform in-process and final quality control checks

+ Ensure products meet established quality, food safety, and compliance standards

Workplace Safety & Compliance

+ Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work environment

+ Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory guidelines

+ Demonstrate strong situational awareness with a focus on Safety, Quality, and Productivity

+ Support sustainability initiatives related to conservation, energy efficiency, and recycling

Continuous Improvement & Teamwork

+ Participate in continuous improvement initiatives

+ Support the creation, improvement, and sustainment of standard work, job aids, and checklists

+ Assist with training others on basic operational processes as needed

+ Communicate effectively with team members, leadership, and cross-functional departments

+ Follow and support improvements to work policies and procedures

Attendance & Professionalism

+ Maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality

+ Demonstrate intrapreneurship (initiative, innovation, learning from mistakes)

+ Exhibit ownership behaviors, including accountability and high performance standards

Qualifications

+ Previous manufacturing, production, or machine operation experience preferred

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of accuracy

+ Ability to lift, bend, stand, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift

+ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

+ Must comply with all safety and environmental requirements

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

+ Weekly pay

+ Potential for long-term or full-time placement

+ Supportive team environment

+ Growth and cross-training opportunities

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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