NOW HIRING: 2nd Shift Production Associates – $18/hr
No Experience Required | Immediate Openings

Location: Carol Stream, IL
Client: Makers Pride
Industry: Refrigerated Food Manufacturing
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Looking for an evening schedule that leaves your mornings free? Makers Pride is actively hiring for 2nd shift, which is where demand is highest. This is a strong opportunity for candidates seeking steady hours, weekly pay, and long-term potential.

Pay & Schedule

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour (Overtime after 40 hours)

2nd Shift (High Demand):
Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Saturdays as needed

First shift availability is limited.

Work Environment

Refrigerated facility (approximately 30°F)
Fast-paced production line
Standing, bending, and lifting throughout the shift
Exposure to noise and airborne particles
All required PPE is provided

Position Overview

Production Associates support daily food production operations. Responsibilities include packaging refrigerated food products, maintaining clean work areas, and supporting team production goals. No previous experience required — paid training provided.

Key Responsibilities

Package and assemble food trays according to safety and quality standards
Maintain clean and organized workstations
Sort and dispose of trash and recyclables
Assist the production team in meeting daily targets
Follow all safety rules and supervisor instructions

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for 10+ hours
Comfortable working in a cold environment
Reliable transportation required (late-night shift)
Must wear company-provided PPE
Authorized to work in the U.S.
Reasonable accommodations available under the ADA

What’s in It for You

High demand on 2nd shift = faster placement
Weekly pay
Medical, dental, and retirement benefits
Long-term opportunity with potential for hire
Supportive, team-oriented work culture

How to Apply

Click Apply Now. A recruiter will contact you to review availability and next steps, with priority given to 2nd shift candidates.

About ManpowerGroup
Parent company of Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:  Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

("production associate" OR "production worker" OR "manufacturing associate" OR "assembly worker" OR "packaging associate" OR "food production" OR "line worker" OR "general production" OR "production laborer")
AND
("2nd shift" OR "second shift" OR "evening shift" OR "night shift" OR "pm shift" OR "3pm" OR "3:00 pm" OR "afternoon shift")
AND
(food OR "food manufacturing" OR "food production" OR packaging OR assembly OR manufacturing)
AND
(Carol Stream OR "Carol Stream IL" OR Illinois OR IL)
NOT
(supervisor OR manager OR lead OR "team lead")