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Production Associate


Company : Kelly Services


Location : Turlock, CA


Created : 2026-04-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate Pay Rate: $24.25 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday, 1:00pm u2013 9:30pm (potential overtime as needed) Requirements: Steel toe shoes required Position Summary: The Production Associate supports the Machine Operator and Department Lead in daily filling line operations within a team environment. Responsibilities include maintaining production standards, ensuring adherence to GMP and safety protocols, and assisting with both kitchen and packing area functions. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as is the ability to follow all written and verbal instructions from supervision and quality teams. Key Responsibilities: _General Functions:_ + Comply with all personal protective equipment, hair covering, and hearing protection policies + Read and understand English instructions and safety information + Uphold quality, safety, GMP, housekeeping, and training standards _Kitchen Area Functions:_ + Inspect cup seals/foils for integrity; promptly report any issues + Notify Filler Lead, QC, and Management of non-conforming products, materials, or equipment + Arrive at workstation on time for shift start, after breaks, and after lunch + Assist with the movement of production materials, carts, baskets, and equipment as needed + Report any safety or GMP violations immediately + Identify and report any damaged or non-compliant baskets, carts, foils, cups, or equipment + Ensure conveyors are thoroughly washed down to prevent contamination + Notify Filler Operator or Lead of machine irregularities + Support Filling Machine Operator with equipment checks, cleaning, and lubrication tasks _Packing Area Functions:_ + Accurately collect and insert filled product cups into baskets, following proper rotation and placement patterns + Monitor for proper cup seals and legible date coding, reporting discrepancies + Perform all kitchen-area reporting and support duties in packing as needed Qualifications: + High school diploma or GED preferred + Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain compliance with safety and GMP standards Physical Demands: + Work in environments ranging from 45u00b0F to 95u00b0F + Stand for the entire shift + Frequently push, pull, and grip equipment with both hands + Lift up to 32 lbs. and occasionally lift overhead safely + Tolerate and safely work in noisy environments (hearing protection required) + Regular attendance and willingness to work overtime/weekends as production requires Equipment Used: Food processing equipment, hand trucks, carts, and baskets. No supervisory responsibilities are included with this position. 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 ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Put your skills to work. There are a lot of different light industrial jobs out there. Kelly u00ae Professional & Industrial recruiters are focused on only offering opportunities with companies that provide competitive pay, safe work environments, and cultures that recognize your value. Whether youu2019re looking for flexible shifts, performance bonuses, or a progressive work cultureu2014weu2019re dedicated to finding the very best opportunities for you. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, weu2019re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, itu2019s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. Itu2019s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. Itu2019s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your lifeu2014just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californiau2019s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kellyu2019s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californiau2019s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.