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Spartech

Production Associate / Operator

Greenville, OH · On-site

$19 - $26/hr

HS Diploma, Associate's degree, B.S. degree, or equivalent. Benefits We offer competitive salary, incentive and benefit programs. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, company paid life and ...

Viatris

Associate Operator - 2nd Shift

Saint Albans, VT · On-site

$30K - $49K/yr

Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here's how the Associate Operator role will make an impact: Key responsibilities for this role include: * Visually inspect the product ...

Viatris

Associate Operator - 2nd Shift

Saint Albans, VT · On-site

$30K - $49K/yr

Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here's how the Associate Operator role will make an impact: Key responsibilities for this role include: * Visually inspect the product ...

Maersk

Warehouse Associate

Noblesville, IN · On-site

$15 - $17.75/hr

Warehouse Associate/Operator/Worker, Picker and Packer Role focuses on manual tasks such as unloading, picking, packing etc. Typical titles include; Warehouse Associate/Operator/Worker, Picker and ...

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How much do associate operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate operator in the United States is $15.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Operator, you need a solid understanding of production processes, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with industry-specific machinery, safety protocols, and basic computer systems is typically required. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities help individuals excel in monitoring operations and addressing issues quickly. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining efficient production, ensuring safety, and contributing to overall operational success.

What are some typical challenges an Associate Operator might encounter during daily operations?

As an Associate Operator, common challenges include quickly troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, adapting to unexpected changes in production schedules, and maintaining high attention to detail during repetitive tasks. You may also need to coordinate with maintenance and quality assurance teams to ensure safety and compliance standards are met. Effective communication and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for handling these challenges efficiently.

What are Associate Operators?

Associate Operators are entry-level professionals responsible for supporting the daily operations of a facility, such as a manufacturing plant, warehouse, or control room. Their duties typically include monitoring equipment, performing basic maintenance, following safety protocols, and ensuring production processes run smoothly. They often work under the supervision of more experienced operators and may assist with troubleshooting issues or reporting problems. This role is a key starting point for those looking to build a career in operations or production environments.

What is the difference between Associate Operator vs Machine Operator?

AspectAssociate OperatorMachine Operator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; technical training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, production linesFactories, industrial settings, production floors
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, assembly, and production industriesWidely used in manufacturing, processing, and industrial sectors
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist in operations, monitor equipment, perform basic maintenanceOperate machinery, ensure proper functioning, troubleshoot issues

Both roles are essential in manufacturing environments, with Associate Operators typically supporting machine operations and performing basic tasks, while Machine Operators focus on directly handling machinery and ensuring smooth production processes.

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Production Associate / Operator

Production Associate / Operator

Apidel Technologies

Springfield, TN

$14.25 - $18/hr

Contractor

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Job description

Springfield Plant Fiberglass Insulation (see attached)
Background package - Temp to Hire w/o Edu Package
Interview: Manager will be interviewing
Shift: 2nd - Monday Thursday, 4:45PM 3:15AM (4 x 10s)
Type: Contract to Hire
Site Address:
203 Charles Ralph Drive
Springfield, TN 37172
Dress Code (see attached as well)
Wear your steel toe/composite boots or shoes, will provide you with all other PPE required for the job.
Wear long pants (any form of pants from waist to ankle, pants must be free from holes greater than 1 in diameter), shirt sleeves should be a minimum of 4 inches.
Employees wearing a beard, must be no longer than 2 from the chin or a beard cover must be worn.
PPE requirements:
Bump Cap (plastic piece that is inserted into your hat to protect your head, similar to a safety helmet but not as bulky) Company Provided
Gloves Company Provided
Sleeves (depending on the job that they are performing) Company Provided
Steel toe / composite toe boot or shoe Temps responsibility to bring on their first day
Summary
The Production Associate position is an hourly position, and reports to the Shift Supervisor.
The employee works at presses, assist machine operators, removes parts from press, separates parts from scrap, assembles parts, stacks or packages parts and operates equipment.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Follows all plant safety guidelines, practices, and procedures.
This includes the proper use of personal protective equipment when required.
Regular attendance is essential. Works in a team environment ensures helpers understand their role, knows what precautions are necessary and location of emergency stop buttons.
Understands and interprets company work orders and job control procedures. Works efficiently and accurately to achieve and maintain 100% of goal. Gets or requests materials needed, assembles totes, prepares skids, bags and boxes for packaging.
Packages specific number of parts on skids, in bags, boxes, etc., labels them, stacks bags of parts on racks, or in appropriate packaging and moves totes/skids of parts to a storage area or to the next operation.
Ensures that safety devices are in place and reports any unsafe behavior or situation.
Is aware of activities in working surroundings and is responsible for keeping the area clean, tidy, and safe. Other tasks as assigned by Leader


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About Apidel Technologies

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We understand that attracting, qualifying, placing, and retaining the best candidates for our clients requires exceptional talent. That’s why our highly skilled and dedicated recruitment team works tirelessly to develop lifelong associations with all candidates and clients. We prioritize helping our employees achieve their career goals while providing effective staffing solutions to our clients and candidates. At Apidel, we believe in simple yet established core values that are ingrained within each member of our team. These values are time and again illustrated in our approach to employees, candidates, and clients. Our unwavering belief that our core values of integrity, client satisfaction, innovation, and intellect distinguish us from our competitors is what drives us forward. We remain focused on improving and sustaining a measurable client satisfaction program that has created an organizational culture where our associates provide world-class service every day.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Plainfield, IL, US

Year founded

2012

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