Production Assistant Job Listing at Kelly Services in South Windsor, CT (Job ID 10109513)

Description

Job Summary We are seeking motivated Production Assistants (Print Planners) to join our Production Operations team in South Windsor, CT. This temp-to-hire role is part of our Customer Communications Division, supporting the delivery of integrated print, mail, and digital solutions. As a Print Planner, you will play a key role in coordinating job flow, improving throughput, and ensuring service and quality standards are met. This is an excellent opportunity for detail-oriented individuals interested in a stable, long-term career with a growing organization.

Location: South Windsor, CT
Pay Rate: $18.75/hr (Day Shift) | $19.75/hr (Night Shift)
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire (No end date / Not Seasonal)
Training: 2–6 weeks of comprehensive paid training provided
  Key Responsibilities

• Production Planning: Deliver work to each machine station per schedule, prioritizing urgent jobs to meet client deadlines.
• Monitoring & Improvement: Observe the production floor to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce labor costs.
• Resource Coordination: Work across departments to allocate resources, maximize output, and help maintain high quality.
• Order Tracking: Use Excel and other systems to monitor job status and production data.
• Workflow Communication: Clearly communicate with team members to resolve operational issues and adjust to shifting priorities.
• Adherence to Safety: Follow all safety protocols including wearing safety shoes.
• Support Overtime Requirements: Flexibly accommodate mandatory overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Excel & Microsoft Skills: Intermediate to advanced proficiency required.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written English is essential.
• Physical Endurance: Ability to stand and walk for 12-hour shifts.
• Safety: Must wear safety shoes at all times while on the production floor.
• Dependability: Willing to work mandatory overtime.
• Teamwork: Positive attitude, strong initiative, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced team environment.

Schedule

• Day Shift: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, rotating Wednesdays, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Night Shift: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, rotating Saturdays, 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
  (Mandatory overtime may be required on short notice)

Why You Should Apply

• Comprehensive Training: 2-6 weeks of hands-on paid training to set you up for success.
• Temp-to-Hire Opportunity: Begin on assignment with the potential to transition into a permanent role.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a collaborative, growing team and be part of a company making an immediate impact.
• Competitive Pay: Opportunities for overtime and advancement.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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