Production Associate
- Birmingham, AL, United States
$16.5 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $16.5 USD / hour
- Education
- High school diploma
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Now hiring for a Production Associate
Location: Birmingham, AL
Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour
Every Shift, Every Part, Done Right
Join the team as a Production Associate in Birmingham and make sure the line runs clean and steady. You’ll inspect, test, and approve every part that keeps production rolling strong.
Looking for Production Associate jobs in Birmingham where attention to detail makes the difference? This opportunity lets you inspect products, verify quality standards, and help ensure every finished product meets customer expectations before it leaves the facility.
If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, apply today. This opportunity is based on a Quality Inspector career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
Experience Requirements
- Experience inspecting manufactured products using established quality standards and specifications.
- Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, or inspection documents.
- Knowledge of precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and measuring devices.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects and document inspection results accurately.
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous quality inspection, quality assurance, manufacturing, or production experience is preferred.
- Technical training in manufacturing, quality assurance, or inspection procedures is beneficial.
- Experience performing first article, in-process, or final product inspections is beneficial.
- Knowledge of ISO standards, statistical process control, quality documentation, or corrective action procedures is considered an asset.
- Individuals who demonstrate accuracy, professionalism, and a commitment to producing high-quality work are well positioned for success as a Production Associate.
Physical Capabilities
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform inspection activities throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift products or materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment with accuracy.
- Ability to maintain visual focus and attention to detail while inspecting products in manufacturing or warehouse environments.
Benefits
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
- Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
- Quality-Focused Work Environment committed to safety, precision, and continuous improvement.
“Everyone was friendly and very helpful. They put me in a great place that fits my work experience. Helped me get to the job with the education I needed for the job.” – Quality Inspector, Staffmark
Bring your hustle. We’ll bring the paycheck. Apply today!
What You Will Do
As a Production Associate you will inspect incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products to verify compliance with quality standards and engineering specifications. You will use precision measuring equipment, document inspection results, identify nonconforming materials, support corrective actions, and help maintain quality records while promoting safe and efficient manufacturing operations.
A Production Associate helps ensure products meet established quality standards through careful inspection, measurement, and documentation. This role combines attention to detail, technical knowledge, and analytical thinking to support reliable manufacturing and production operations.
Successful Production Associate professionals understand inspection procedures, quality documentation, blueprint interpretation, and precision measurement while identifying defects and verifying compliance with customer and engineering requirements. Accuracy and consistency are essential characteristics for long-term success.
This profession is ideal for individuals who enjoy precision work, quality improvement, and maintaining high manufacturing standards.
More about this job
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Inspection
- Precision measuring instruments
- Process improvement
- Quality assurance
- Quality assurance procedures
- Statistical process control
- Documentation
- Regulatory compliance
- Operate precision measuring equipment
- Analytical skills