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US Farathane

Production Associate 3rd Shift

Westland, MI · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

US Farathane is seeking a Production Associate. We are looking for individuals to become a Production Associate who are dependable, adaptable, detail oriented and want to grow in their career. We ...

US Farathane Corporation

Production Associate 3rd Shift

Westland, MI · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

US Farathane is seeking a Production Associate. We are looking for individuals to become a Production Associate who are dependable, adaptable, detail oriented and want to grow in their career. We ...

US Farathane

Production Associate 1st Shift

Westland, MI · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Communicate production and quality issues/concerns with associates during communication meetings. * Keep work area clean and organized. * Participate in team problem solving activities (ie, 8D ...

Digital Room LLC

Production Associate 2nd shift

Wixom, MI · On-site

$16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Production Associate, 2nd Shift Digital Room, LLC · Wixom, MI Love seeing a job done right? So do we. At our Wixom facility, we produce large format print -- banners, posters, signage, and rigid ...

Digital Room LLC

Production Associate 1st Shift

Wixom, MI · On-site

$16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Production Associate, 1st Shift Production Associate Digital Room, LLC · Wixom, MI Location: Wixom, MI (on-site) Employment Type: Full-time, hourly About the Role As a Production Associate, you ...

US Farathane

Production Associate 2nd Shift

Westland, MI

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Communicate production and quality issues/concerns with associates during communication meetings. * Keep work area clean and organized. * Participate in team problem solving activities (ie, 8D ...

Hanline Group

2nd shift Fresh production associate

Romulus, MI · On-site

$17.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Romulus, MI Position Title: 2nd shift Fresh Production Associate Responsibilities: • Check product quality to make sure it meets USDA, FSA, BRC, and company regulations. • Package and process ...

TERREPOWER Collision

Production Associate - Sand & Buff I

Livonia, MI · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as Production Associate - Sand & Buff. You will be responsible for taking our most important product and remanufacturing it to an insurance ...

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How much do production associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for production associate in Troy, MI is $15.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.65 and $17.31 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 Troy, MI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,168 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Production Associate 3rd Shift

US Farathane

Westland, MI • On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 hours ago

US Farathane rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

60th of 84 rated plastic manufacturers

Job description

US Farathane is seeking a Production Associate. We are looking for individuals to become a Production Associate who are dependable, adaptable, detail oriented and want to grow in their career. We love promoting from within so bring your can-do attitude and outside of the box thinking to our organization! Whether you are just starting your career or looking for something new, we have an opportunity for you!

US Farathane has been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year. We provide customers with a wide range of full-service support from black box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPE’s and TPO’s as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Operate molding press/equipment per Company procedures.
  • Review “Operator Display Board” prior to running production for work instructions and Quality Alerts.
  • Assure product meets established quality criteria of zero non-conformances.
  • Correctly record scrap every hour per work instructions.
  • Correct application of all internal and external labels when required, including removal of all old labels from returnable packaging.
  • Correct application of lot control numbers.
  • Daily review all applicable quality alerts.
  • Immediately notify Supervisor of all discrepancies to established quality checks (ie, sample boards, inspection instructions, SPC, etc.).
  • Communicate production and quality issues/concerns with associates during communication meetings.
  • Keep work area clean and organized.
  • Participate in team problem solving activities (ie, 8D’s, communication meetings, etc).
  • Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures.
  • Adherence to all company policies and procedures (ie, Quality Manual, Associate Handbook, etc).
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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.
Physical Requirements:

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. These physical requirements include:
  • Frequent standing or walking for long periods of time.
  • Frequent lifting or lowering objects up to 35lbs.
  • Frequent reaching above/below shoulder and forward.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, and crouching.
Working Conditions:
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. These conditions include:
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
  • The employee must not wear any loose-fitting clothing that may get in the way of the moving machinery.
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and vibration.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  • Employee may be required to work outside for short periods of time.
US Farathane offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Weekly pay
  • Job Promotional Opportunities and much more!
Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of US Farathane.
The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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