The Production Associate I supports basic tasks on the manufacturing floor and serves as an entry point into production operations. Working under close supervision, this role focuses on learning essential functions, operating simple machinery, and following safety and quality procedures. Associates at this level build foundational skills through hands-on experience while supporting day-to-day production processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Learn and operate basic production systems (Excel, coding machines, Lynq) with guidance.
• Read and follow work orders and job tickets accurately.
• Monitor and operate one machine or process step under supervision.
• Support pack-out operations, including accurate counting and packaging.
• Follow all safety procedures and assist with routine cleaning and equipment upkeep.
REQUIRED SKILLS FOR SUCCESS
• High school diploma or GED preferred; no prior experience required
• Dependable, coachable, and team-oriented with consistent attendance
• Ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and develop technical skills
• Basic math and measurement skills with strong attention to detail
• Physically able to stand, bend, lift, and stay active throughout the shift

As the new independent global leader in safety, PIP Global Safety™ is redefining what it means to be protected on the job. With over 40 years of experience and the integration of legacy brands like Bisley®, PUMA® Safety Shoes, THORZT™, BOSS®, NORTH™, Howard Leight™, Miller™, Salisbury™ and Fibre-Metal™, we deliver one of the most trusted and comprehensive portfolios of personal protective equipment in the world.
From hand and arm protection to electrical safety and heat stress, our head-to-toe solutions are engineered with precision, rigorously tested and trusted by professionals across industrial, construction, utility and other sectors.
We believe PPE should never feel like a compromise. When it fits right, performs flawlessly and adapts to the challenges of the job, it becomes more than gear – it becomes empowerment. That’s the standard we set with every product we design: Protection Empowered™.
We’re united by one singular vision: to protect workers so they can perform at their best. With global reach, advanced manufacturing capabilities and relentless focus on innovation, we’re not just shaping the future of PPE, we’re raising the standard.
Built on legacy. Powered by innovation. Committed to safety.
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