Production Associate

PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE - 1ST SHIFT Montrose, CO | $17.50 - $19.00/hr | Contract to Hire Mural Group is partnering with a global specialty chemical and materials manufacturer to hire a Production Associate for their Montrose, Colorado facility. This is an entry-level production role open to candidates from any manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial background. If you show up, work hard, and follow the process, there is a clear path to grow here. The Schedule Monday through Thursday. 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Done by 4:30 every day, every Friday off, every weekend three days long. If you are looking for a production job that actually gives you your weekends back, this is it. What You Will Be Doing - Stage and weigh ingredients to recipe specifications for production batches - Set up and operate weigh-up and packaging machinery following safety procedures - Process, package, and skid finished material per customer specifications - Support production operators with materials and supplies to keep equipment running - Complete required production paperwork and batch documentation accurately - Perform machine cleaning and maintain housekeeping standards throughout the shift - Follow all safety rules and PPE requirements - safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed shoes, and area-specific gear What We Are Looking For - High school diploma or GED - Some experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, production, or industrial environment - this is entry level and we are not requiring a specific background - Active forklift license (or ability to obtain one) - Ability to lift up to 55 pounds regularly throughout a 10-hour shift - Reliable transportation to the Montrose facility - Dependable attendance - this matters more than anything else on this list