Assembler

Dexter Group; Bristol (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life insurance

STD/LTD

401(k) with company contributions

Profit sharing

Career development

Job summary

Dexter/DexKo is seeking Assemblers in Indiana to build finished products by assembling parts with hand and power tools. This hands-on role emphasizes quality, safety, and attentiveness to detail within a team environment.

You will read instructions and drawings to ensure precise assembly and meet production goals. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, prior assembly experience, and the ability to work in a noisy, outdoor-influenced manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior assembly experience, especially in metal manufacturing.
• Familiarity with hand tools and basic manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read instructions, drawings, and measurements.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Reliable and motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Able to work well as part of a team.
• Manufacturing facility with forklift traffic and powered equipment.
• Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, dirt, and grease.
• Some areas with high noise levels.
• Exposure to outdoor elements and high heat during certain months.
• Required PPE including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and protective clothing.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts and components following step-by-step instructions.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools to complete assemblies.
• Inspect work as you go to ensure quality standards.
• Follow safety rules and wear PPE.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Work at a steady pace to meet production goals.
• Communicate with team members and supervisors as needed.
• Help with other production tasks as assigned.

Skills

Hand tools

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Selecting Only The Best! Joining the Dexter/DexKo Team.

We are proud of what we do and where we are going at Dexter/DexKo, and we know that our great people are what makes us so exceptional. It is important to us that the people we invite onto our team are a good fit both technically and culturally, and that the feeling is mutual. The process we use to assess fit may be different than what you’ve experienced with other companies, and we have designed it that way for a reason. If you have applied and are being considered for a position with us, this brief video will help you understand what to expect as you move through the Dexter/DexKo Selection Process.

At Dexter, we manufacture and distribute axles, accessories, and towing components primarily serving the commercial trailer, RV, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets. We’re building products and systems that are rooted in a culture of safety, collaboration, and innovation.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved over 65 years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

Dexter is looking for Assemblers to help build finished products by putting together parts and components using hand and power tools. This is a hands‑on manufacturing role where quality, safety, and attention to detail matter.

If you like working with tools, following clear instructions, and seeing the results of your work at the end of the day, this is a solid opportunity.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assemble parts and components following step-by-step instructions
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools to complete assemblies
• Inspect work as you go to make sure products meet quality standards
• Follow all safety rules and wear required PPE
• Keep your work area clean and organized
• Work at a steady pace to meet production goals
• Communicate with team members and supervisors as needed
• Help with other production tasks as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior assembly experience, especially in a metal manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with hand tools and basic manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read instructions, drawings, and measurements
• Attention to detail and quality
• Reliable and motivated with a strong work ethic
• Able to work well as part of a team
• Manufacturing facility with forklift traffic and powered equipment
• Exposure to noise, vibration from tools, dust, dirt, and grease
• Some areas with high noise levels
• Exposure to outdoor elements and high heat during certain months
• Required PPE including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and protective clothing

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks using hand and power tools
• Frequent bending, lifting, twisting, crouching, reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment

Why Work at Dexter?

• Hands‑on manufacturing work with steady production
• Team-focused environment with clear expectations
• Opportunity to build skills and grow within operations

We care for our people.? Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:

Dexter offers a competitive wage

Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA

3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program

401(k) Plan with company contributions

Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Dexter is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified, dedicated workforce. We hire and promote individuals based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities.

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, veteran status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable U.S. and Canada equal rights legislation protected by federal, state, province or local law.

Founded in 1960, Dexter ® is headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, with 20 manufacturing facilities and over 50 company-owned distribution locations. Dexter is a trusted brand serving the utility trailer, recreational vehicle, marine, agricultural, and specialty markets.