Assembly Associates

Kelly; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Telemedicine

Term life

Whole life

Accident insurance

Critical illness

Legal plan

Short-term disability

Retirement savings plan

Service bonus and holiday pay plans

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly is hiring Assembly Specialists in Utica, NY. The role involves performing assembly and production activities in a structured environment with daytime shifts and a pay range of $16.00–$17.77 per hour depending on experience and DOE.

You’ll contribute to quality, safety, and productivity while supporting maintenance and team members on a daily basis. Typical duties include following established procedures, coordinating with others, and helping new teammates adapt to the workflow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability are essential.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and processes.
• Willingness to work in a structured, supervised environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and production tasks according to procedures and work instructions.
• Support manufacturing plans including quantities, costs, and timing.
• Coordinate with maintenance to maximize production capacity.
• Comply with health, safety and environmental programs.
• Identify and resolve recurring issues in the work area.
• Share information with supervisors and co-workers and assist new team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Kelly®, we’re passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one? We’re seeking Assembly Specialists to work at a premier manufacturing organization in Utica, NY. With us, it’s all about finding the job that’s just right.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $16 per hour to $17.77 DOE

Shift

1st shift: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
2nd shift: 3:30-Midnight

Why You Should Apply To Be Assembly Specialist

• Competitive pay rate with regular daytime hours
• Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a structured manufacturing environment
• Work in a team-oriented setting focused on quality, safety, and productivity
• Join a reputable industry leader with a commitment to employee development

What’s a typical day as Assembly Specialist?

• Performing assembly and production activities according to established procedures and work instructions
• Supporting manufacturing plans including quantities, costs, and production timing
• Coordinating with maintenance teams to maximize production capacity
• Complying with all health, safety, and environmental protection programs
• Identifying and resolving recurring issues within your work area
• Exchanging job‑related information with supervisors and co‑workers
• Assisting and providing guidance to new team members

This Job Might Be An Outstanding Fit If You

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Possess less than one year of related manufacturing or assembly experience (preferred, not required)
• Demonstrate reliability, strong attention to detail, and commitment to attendance
• Can follow detailed instructions, rules, and established processes
• Are comfortable working under close supervision in a structured environment
• Are able to meet the physical demands of the job (reasonable accommodations available)

Please note: All candidates must successfully pass an assessment prior to starting employment.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Telemedicine
• Term life
• Whole life
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness
• Legal plan
• Short‑term disability
• Retirement savings plan
• Service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
• Transit spending account
• Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan

Get a complete career fit with Kelly®.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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