Utility Production Associate 1st Shift

ZIEHL-ABEGG, INC • Winston-Salem, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Production Associate ensures that finished assembled products are properly organized, palletized, securely strapped, and moved to designated staging areas for final review by the warehouse team. This role also includes supporting the assembly team during high-volume periods or as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is a plus.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Experience with pallet strapping tools and manual pallet jacks (or willingness to learn).
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to quality and safety.
• Willingness to cross-train and support other production areas as needed.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and transport raw materials or finished products to appropriate storage or production areas.
• Organize stock, pull, and verify orders and update inventory records to prevent shortages.
• Safely operate machinery, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor belts.
• Ensure pallets are properly tagged or identified as required.
• Maintain clean and orderly workspaces, including the end-of-line and staging areas.
• Coordinate with warehouse personnel to ensure smooth handoff and product flow.
• Assist with assembly tasks as needed.
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines when assembling components or products.
• Use hand tools and basic equipment as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Health, Dental and Vision options
• Company-paid Life insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Parental leave
• 401(k) retirement account with a generous company match
• Twenty (20) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per calendar year
• Eleven (11) holidays per calendar year including a floating holiday of employee’s choice
• Career advancement and training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees