Production Associate

Medline Industries, LP • Laredo, TX

11d • $15 - $21

About The Position

This entry-level position is responsible for producing and packaging component trays, kits, and other packages for customer orders. The Production Associate assembles, inspects, and prepares products for shipping, working across production tasks and supporting other departments as needed to meet output goals.

The role involves receiving, verifying, sorting, storing, and processing raw materials; handling work orders and calculating material requirements; assembling products to specifications; and, when required, operating embroidery machines and processing garments. Finished goods are measured, folded, packed, and inspected for defects and quality standards. The associate also uses appropriate documentation and packaging materials, maintains production equipment and an organized workstation, follows safety practices, and meets quality and productivity targets.

The position requires basic math and English skills, computer use to locate information and print reports, teamwork, attention to detail, and a high sense of urgency. Physical activities include lifting up to 60 pounds and bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, and lifting for extended periods daily. Mandatory overtime may be required based on business needs.

Medline offers a competitive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and career potential in a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated pay range is $14.50–$21.00 per hour, with actual pay varying based on location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Benefits vary according to average weekly hours worked. Medline is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace where employees can belong and grow their careers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Fluent spoken and written English, including reading and writing.
• Ability to use a computer to locate information and print reports.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, push, and lift for extended periods daily.
• Ability to work well with others to accomplish team objectives.
• High sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work mandatory overtime based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, sort, store, and process materials, including fabrics and trims.
• Handle work orders and calculate material requirements.
• Assemble trays, kits, and packages according to specifications.
• Rotate between production-line tasks; operate embroidery machines and process garments when required.
• Measure, fold, pack, and inspect finished goods for defects and compliance with quality standards.
• Use correct documentation and packaging materials and prepare finished goods for delivery.
• Maintain and operate production equipment and keep workstations organized and clean.
• Follow safety rules and maintain clean work areas.
• Meet quality and productivity targets.
• Work with others to accomplish team objectives and assist other departments as needed to meet or exceed production output goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance, for employees working an average of 30 or more hours per week.
• Life and disability benefits, for employees working an average of 30 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program access for employees working less than 30 hours per week.
• Employee Resource Groups for employees working less than 30 hours per week.
• Employee Service Corp access for employees working less than 30 hours per week.
• Continuing education and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED