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Entergy

Production Tech III-CRO

Sallis, MS · On-site

$16.75 - $21/hr

Minimum Education * 2 Year Associate's Degree in Industrial Electronics, Instrumentation/Controls or Production/Process Technology or equivalent work experience. Minimum Experience * Production Tech ...

Hibbett Retail, Inc.

Sales Associate

Yazoo City, MS

$8 - $10/hr

The Sales Associate is knowledgeable in each product area or department in our store. Upholds policies, procedures and standards listed in the visual manual. They must fully promote each sale and/or ...

Hibbett Retail, Inc.

Sales Associate

Kosciusko, MS

$8 - $10/hr

The Sales Associate is knowledgeable in each product area or department in our store. Upholds policies, procedures and standards listed in the visual manual. They must fully promote each sale and/or ...

DICKERSON TRANSPORTATION GROUP

Sales Associate

Kosciusko, MS · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Our Sales Associate works in one of our convenience and fuel retailing locations. We offer ... Identifies prices of products and services and tabulates bills with available equipment. * Accepts ...

DICKERSON TRANSPORTATION GROUP

Sales Associate

Kosciusko, MS · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Our Sales Associate works in one of our convenience and fuel retailing locations. We offer ... Identifies prices of products and services and tabulates bills with available equipment. * Accepts ...

DICKERSON TRANSPORTATION GROUP

Sales Associate

Kosciusko, MS · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Our Sales Associate works in one of our convenience and fuel retailing locations. We offer ... Identifies prices of products and services and tabulates bills with available equipment. * Accepts ...

DICKERSON TRANSPORTATION GROUP

Sales Associate

Kosciusko, MS · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Our Sales Associate works in one of our convenience and fuel retailing locations. We offer ... Identifies prices of products and services and tabulates bills with available equipment. * Accepts ...

Walmart

Seasonal Team Associate

Canton, MS · On-site

$14 - $27/hr

Requires product knowledge, problem solving and merchandise skills. Benefits & perks At Walmart, we ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

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How much do production associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for production associate in Pickens, MS is $14.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.16 and $15.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a production associate?

Production Associates are entry-level workers who assist in the manufacturing process within factories or production facilities. Their responsibilities typically include assembling products, operating machinery, monitoring production lines, and ensuring quality standards are met. They may also be responsible for packaging, labeling, and basic maintenance of equipment. Production Associates play a crucial role in maintaining efficient workflow and supporting higher-level technicians or supervisors. The role often requires attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to follow safety protocols.

What does a production associate do?

A production associate’s job duties depend on the industry in which they work. If you’re a manufacturing production associate, then your responsibilities include maintaining production equipment and assemblies, ensuring quality control, overseeing manufacturing personnel, ordering materials, monitoring packaging and shipping of the product, and handling clerical tasks like work orders and documentation. As a production associate in the film and TV industry, your duties include hiring and scheduling actors and technical staff, resolving technical challenges such as equipment failure, and maintaining relationships with suppliers and vendors.

What are some typical challenges production associates face when adjusting to fast-paced manufacturing environments?

Production Associates often encounter challenges such as adapting to rapidly changing production schedules, maintaining high attention to detail while working efficiently, and learning to operate various machinery safely. Additionally, they must quickly become familiar with strict quality standards and safety protocols. Collaborating effectively with team members and supervisors is essential to ensure smooth workflow and meet production targets.

What is the difference between Production Associate vs Manufacturing Technician?

AspectProduction AssociateManufacturing Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; technical certifications or vocational training often preferred
Work EnvironmentFactories, assembly lines, production floorsManufacturing plants, quality control labs, equipment maintenance areas
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, assembly, packaging industriesManufacturing, industrial production, equipment maintenance sectors
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level manufacturing rolesTechnical skills and equipment operation in manufacturing

The main difference between a Production Associate and a Manufacturing Technician lies in their responsibilities and skill requirements. Production Associates typically perform basic assembly and packaging tasks with minimal technical training, while Manufacturing Technicians handle equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and more technical duties. Both roles are essential in manufacturing environments, but Manufacturing Technicians usually require additional technical certifications or vocational training.

What is an entry-level production associate?

An entry-level production associate is a worker who performs basic tasks on a manufacturing or production line, often requiring minimal prior experience. They typically handle tasks such as assembling products, operating machinery, and maintaining a clean work environment, with opportunities to learn skills and advance within the company.
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Infographic showing various Production Associate job openings in Pickens, MS as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,555 per year, or $14.2 per hour.

3rd Shift Production Control Manager

Capstone Logistics

Canton, MS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Capstone Logistics rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

353rd of 366 rated logistics

Job description

Production Control Manager
Job description
Capstone is a leading North American supply chain solutions partner with more than 500 operating locations, 14,500 associates, and 60,000 carriers. We have capabilities in freight management, warehouse and distribution center support, last mile delivery, supply chain analytics and optimization, and more. We are uniquely positioned to help our customers reduce warehousing and transportation costs.
SUMMARY:
This position requires excellent leadership skills along with the ability to monitor workflow, provide focus on Production Control (PC) projects and customer service. Lead daily PC department resulting in successful results that are reflected in established key performance indicators (KPIs). Additionally, must be able to communicate and interact with Senior Company Management and Customers in a productive and professional manner.
Brief Job Description
Coordinates and manages the daily and weekly activities that occur within assigned area of the location/operation; provides leadership, motivation, training, and development of workforce; executes against customer/site requirements; participates in continuous improvement activities as part of the site management team and ensures company policies are followed and site develops positive work culture.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities for this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
  • Attendance at assigned work facility
  • Performing tasks safely
  • Directing employee activity of the assigned area to ensuring area housekeeping requirements are met
  • Abiding by all OSHA rules and safety practices
  • Meeting established procedures and productivity, safety, and quality standards
  • Communicating both orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
  • Managing assigned area to meet manpower requirements, equipment maintenance, workflow prioritization and daily scheduling.
  • Review labor needs based on daily, weekly, and monthly schedules
  • Working with all departments, share labor and cross train as required for business needs
  • Identifying labor needs, interviewing, monitor employee attendance, counsel, coach and administer corrective actions as necessary
  • Directing, supervising, evaluating, training, and developing employees
  • Managing employee interaction that includes employee development, one on one coaching, walking through area during assigned shift, conflict resolution among associates, associates group meetings and trainings.
  • Ensuring associates have appropriate tools to perform their assigned duties
  • Communicating effectively both with management and their team
  • Collecting of data and reporting of established KPIs, quality reports, audits, financial reporting, material handling equipment reports, site or individual performance tracking and customer required reports
  • Managing the Genba Kanri program within their assigned area of control
  • Managing all assigned material and equipment
  • Identifying process improvement, cost savings, and implement changes to achieve them
  • Creating, entering data, and managing Microsoft Word and Excel programs
  • Supervise the quarantine areas to ensure material flow into and out of the facility is maintained
  • Performing other duties as assigned by Manager

REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 2-5 year fast-paced logistics industry or manufacturing environment experience, automotive preferred
  • Must have 3 years of supervisory experience
  • Ability to understand all safety requirements and regulations (OSHA)
  • Ability makes decisions in an objective manner
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Organizational, people, and interviewing skills
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Staff management: requires flexibility and understanding that all staff may be required to perform duties outside their normal area of expertise to meet the mission and goal of the warehouse (facility management i.e., maintenance, sanitations, etc.)
  • Ability to respond to situations in a prompt and professional manner
  • Energetic and highly motivated to succeed
  • Proven professional and sound judgment in the management of difficult and / or sensitive matters
  • Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
  • Intermediate / Advanced Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Ability to work in multiple systems and ability to input and retrieve data are a must
  • Attendance at the assigned work facility
  • Fluency in English

The physical demands described here are a 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.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk and hear, to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, and to frequently bend, stoop, and kneel. The employee is frequently required to walk, reach with hands, and lift with arms, shoulder, and legs. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. 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 35 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
One hundred percent of work time is spent in a warehouse where temperatures are hot or cold (seasonally)

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Capstone is a North American supply chain solutions partner with more than 600 operating locations, 20,000 associates, and 60,000 carriers. We have capabilities in freight management, warehouse and distribution center support, last-mile delivery, supply chain analytics, and optimization, and more. Our integrated, end-to-end logistics solutions uniquely position us to help partners reduce warehousing and transportation costs.

Industry

Transportation and warehousing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Peachtree Corners, GA, US

Year founded

1986

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