General Laborer / Production Associate, Entry Level

Job Title: General Laborer / Production Associate

Location: Oak Forest, IL

Pay Rate: $15.00 – $16.00 per hour

Empire offers Weekly Pay, Health Insurance Options, and Paid Time Off once you have completed a certain number of hours.

Shifts Available:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM
• Perk: Includes a paid 30-minute lunch break!

Position Overview

We are seeking reliable, hardworking General Laborers for entry-level assembly and packaging positions at a fast-paced fulfillment and manufacturing facility in Oak Forest, IL. In this role, you will perform assembly, packaging, labeling, and material handling tasks under the guidance of line leaders to help convert raw materials into finished display products.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, kitting, packaging, labeling, and rework tasks according to job specifications.
• Assemble corrugated displays and promotional packaging efficiently and accurately.
• Inspect incoming materials and finished items for defects, damage, or incorrect components, reporting any issues immediately.
• Assist with staging, organizing, and transporting materials within the production area.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized workstations throughout your shift.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations.
• Cooperate with team members, supervisors, and line leaders to meet daily output goals.

Qualifications & Physical Requirements

• Education/Experience: High school diploma/GED preferred; prior warehouse, manufacturing, or packing experience is a plus, but not required—we will train entry-level candidates!
• Language Skills: Ability to understand and follow basic instructions (English or Spanish fluency preferred).
• Physical Demands: Must be able to stand for up to 90% of the shift and regularly lift up to 25 lbs.
• Safety Gear: Safety shoes are encouraged on the production floor.
• Attributes: Strong attendance record, positive attitude, and good attention to detail

Our goal at Empire Workforce Solutions is to enrich people’s lives by connecting them with meaningful employment. While our reach is nationwide, our recruiters have intimate knowledge of local markets, which allows us to find the ideal pairing of employer and employee.

As a visionary workforce solutions company, Empire understands the critical role work plays in life. We help individuals develop their careers through planning, coaching, training and optimized search and placement. We assist companies small and large to find the people who will take them to the next level and beyond.

At Empire, we believe everyone should be treated royally. Through our knowledge, expertise and state-of-the-art resources, we can help you navigate the complex and often overwhelming task of finding employees, or employment. With our specialty divisions, we have a team that will help you fulfill your needs.