Production Associate

Production Associate Shift/Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am-4:00 pm Pay Rate: $16.50/hr Location: Dayton, Ohio 45402 Experience: 1+ years of experience within a Manufacturing/Production environment. Production Associate - About the Opportunity PrideStaff has partnered with a premier, long-standing leader in custom marking and identification manufacturing in the Dayton area. Our client produces custom rubber/steel stamps, industrial engravings, custom signage, stencils, and metal/plastic nameplates for commercial and industrial clients nationwide. We are seeking a detail-oriented Production Associate to join their fast-paced manufacturing team. If you enjoy hands-on work, operating specialized precision equipment, and seeing finished, custom-made products roll off the line, this is the perfect role for you! Production Associate - Key Responsibilities • Machine Operation & Assembly: Operate light industrial equipment, laser/rotary engraving machines, stencil cutters, or custom stamp assembly setups. • Custom Order Fabrication: Prepare materials (metal, acrylic, rubber, vinyl) according to customer job tickets, layout proofs, and exact dimensional specifications. • Quality Inspection: Visually inspect raw materials and finished marking products (stamps, badges, tags, signs) to ensure strict quality standards before packaging. • Material Handling & Prep: Load, unload, cut, and sort raw stock and supplies needed for daily production runs. • Packaging & Shipping Prep: Carefully pack finished custom orders to ensure safe delivery to clients. • Workstation Maintenance: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop floor environment. Production Associate - Qualifications & Skills • Experience: 1+ years of experience in light manufacturing, production assembly, sign making, engraving, or warehouse fabrication. • Attention to Detail: Ability to read shop order specs, proofs, and measuring tools (rulers, calipers) with high accuracy. • Technical Aptitude: Comfortable working with basic handheld tools, bench machinery, or computer-guided fabrication software (training provided). • Physical Stamina: Able to stand, bend, and lift up to 35–50 lbs throughout the shift. • Reliability: Strong work ethic, punctual, and a positive team-first attitude. Production Associate - Why Join This Team? • Heritage & Stability: Work with an established, trusted leader in precision industrial marking. • PrideStaff Support: Enjoy a seamless hiring process with dedicated recruiters advocating for your career growth. • Competitive Pay & Schedule: Predictable day-shift hours with opportunities for growth and skill development. Production Associate - How to Apply Ready to put your hands-on production skills to work? Ready to Join a Dayton Heritage Company? Apply today to take the next step in your logistics career! Click Apply Now with your updated resume, or contact the PrideStaff Dayton team directly at (937) 965-0765 to schedule an interview. Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $16.50 - $16.50 Per Hour