Production Associate
Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Production Associate for a company based in Columbia, TN. In this role, you will have the opportunity to build your manufacturing experience while supporting a production team focused on quality, safety, and efficiency. This position is ideal for someone dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
Pay Rate
$16.00 per hour
Schedule and Hours
Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
Overtime is required. Weekend work as needed.
Production Associate Duties and Responsibilities
• Follow work instructions carefully and operate equipment safely.
• Work with both foam and fiberglass products as part of the production process.
• Assemble product components according to specifications and quality standards.
• Inspect finished products to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Use equipment properly and perform basic upkeep to support safe and efficient operation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support overall production goals by completing tasks accurately and efficiently.
Production Associate Qualifications and Requirements
• Ability to complete a tape measure test successfully.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to pass background and drug screening.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a manufacturing team.
• Previous production or manufacturing experience is helpful, but not required.
Job Type
Full-time, temporary to hire
Benefits
• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.
Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at 931.901.0625 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at:
Automation Personnel Services South Nashville Branch
1412 Trotwood Avenue
Suite 81
Columbia, Tennessee 38401
About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:
• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026)
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026)
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025)
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA)
Find the right fit with Automation Personnel Services!
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