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GRACE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

Production Associate I

Davenport, IA · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Production Associate I Davenport, IA Summary Under the direction of the departmental Supervisor ... Monitors and maintains equipment including sealers, work benches, and label printers; notifies ...

Grace Technologies

Production Associate I

Davenport, IA

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Description Production Associate I Davenport, IA Summary Under the direction of the departmental ... Monitors and maintains equipment including sealers, work benches, and label printers; notifies ...

Grace Technologies

Production Associate I

Davenport, IA · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Production Associate I Davenport, IA Summary Under the direction of ... Monitors and maintains equipment including sealers, work benches, and label printers; notifies ...

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How much do print production associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for print production associate in Iowa is $16.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a print production associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Print Production Associate, you need strong attention to detail, understanding of print processes, and typically a high school diploma or relevant experience. Familiarity with digital printing equipment, finishing machines, and software like Adobe Creative Suite is often required. Excellent time management, communication, and teamwork skills help you excel in fast-paced production environments. These skills are crucial for ensuring high-quality print products are delivered efficiently and accurately to meet client needs.

What are the most common challenges faced by print production associates, and how can they be addressed?

Print Production Associates often encounter tight deadlines, last-minute changes to project specifications, and the need to maintain high-quality standards under pressure. Effective communication with team members, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills are essential for managing these challenges. Proactively double-checking work orders, collaborating closely with designers and clients, and staying organized can help ensure smooth production runs and minimize errors.

What is a print production associate?

As a print production associate, your job is to work with clients to create, schedule, and produce their print products. You operate finishing equipment like paper cutters, lamination machines, and hole punchers. Your responsibilities include taking client orders from concept to product, completing orders to specification, then wrapping, labeling, and shipping the final product. You maintain supply inventory and complete quality inspection before, during, and after each production run, checking for correct fonts, image resolution, and more. Other duties include cleaning and maintaining office equipment, logging packages and mail, processing forms, updating information on a computer, and keeping customer files as requested for reuse in the future.

What is the difference between Print Production Associate vs Print Finisher?

AspectPrint Production AssociatePrint Finisher
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require technical certificationsHigh school diploma; specialized finishing certifications are a plus
Work EnvironmentPrint shops, production facilities, manufacturing settingsPrint shops, binding and finishing departments
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting in print setup, quality checks, and production coordinationCutting, binding, laminating, and finishing printed materials
Industry UsageCommonly used in printing and publishing industriesPrimarily in printing, binding, and finishing sectors

The Print Production Associate focuses on supporting the overall printing process, including setup and quality control, while the Print Finisher specializes in the final steps of finishing printed products. Both roles are essential in the printing industry but differ in responsibilities and skill sets.

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Infographic showing various Print Production Associate job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,652 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Production Associate I

GRACE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

Davenport, IA • On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Description:

Production Associate I

Davenport, IA


Summary

Under the direction of the departmental Supervisor, the Production Associate I executes the position responsibilities to ensure that business goals are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Responsibilities

1. Follows work processes and demonstrates proficiency in at least one functional area:

  • High-quality soldering or related activity
  • Product assembly

2. Supports overall department functions and responsibilities:

  • Assists other personnel to meet delivery schedules
  • Monitors and maintains equipment including sealers, work benches, and label printers; notifies Production Supervisor if repair or replacement is required
  • Disassembles returns as assigned
  • Counts inventory for cycle counts and full physical inventory
  • Executes work instructions and provides expected feedback
  • Executes build-to-stock orders as assigned

3. References work instructions, build charts, and part configurator to ensure parts match customer specifications.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Knowledge and Skills

  • Exhibits strong manual dexterity with the ability to perform high-quality soldering
  • Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize
  • Detail-oriented and self-motivated
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to meet customer needs in dynamic situations

Education and/or Experience

  • High School diploma or 1-2 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Two-year degree/certification, Associate’s Degree, or preferred.


Language Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills are required. Ability to read and interpret documents such as packing slips, procedure manuals, Bill of Materials, and ISO9001:2015 work instructions.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities

Requires the ability to operate a forklift, pallet jack, and simple tools, as well as a wide variety of standard office equipment, such as a computer and keyboard, a calculator, telephone, FAX, photocopier, etc.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; talk and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach above shoulders with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Perks

  • Entrepreneurial Environment. Flexibility and ability to build a world-class business.
  • Unique employee-friendly culture.
  • Regular potluck lunches and company events.
  • Ample supply of free snacks, drinks, and gourmet coffee.

Benefits

  • Safe Harbor 401(k) plan
  • Paid Time Off Program (PTO)
  • Wellness Reimbursement
  • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance packages to fit your needs.


Who We Are

Grace Technologies is the thought leader in electrical safety product solutions. The GracePort® product is the single most popular panel interface connection used in industry today, the product category of Permanent Electrical Safety Devices (PESDs) was pioneered by Grace. Moving forward, the new GraceSense™ product line is a marriage of preventative maintenance technology and personnel safety techniques. The company’s products are available around the globe via a distribution network and sales presence in 60+ countries.


Grace is consistently recognized as one of Iowa's Top Workplaces by The Des Moines Register. https://topworkplaces.com/publication/desmoinesregister/grace-engineered-product/

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