Assembly Operator

Kelly; Mount Joy (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

telemedicine

term life

whole life

accident insurance

critical illness

a legal plan

short-term disability

retirement savings plan

service bonus and holiday pay plans

transit spending account

paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an Assembly Operator for the 2nd shift (Mon–Thu, 4:00 PM–2:30 AM with overtime) to assemble precision components per drawings and work instructions. You will operate measurement devices including microscopes, document production data, and support other departments as needed while maintaining quality, safety, and productivity standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will also participate in training activities and adapt to process changes as production needs

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
• High attention to detail and ability to multi‑task efficiently.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (English required).
• Capable of working in both seated and standing positions for extended periods.
• Must be comfortable working with microscopes.
• This position requires access to ITAR/EAR restricted information; U.S. citizenship, nationality, permanent resident status, asylee, or refugee status may be required.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, and written work instructions.
• Achieve proficiency in all required assembly and special processes.
• Gather, record, and accurately document production data.
• Detect and correct errors, and communicate effectively using company quality processes.
• Meet established standards for quality, productivity, and safety.
• Operate technical equipment such as comparators, microscopes, and other measurement devices as required.
• Cross-train and support other departments as production needs arise.

Skills

English communication

Tools

Microscope

Comparators

Job description

Description
Assembly Operator (2nd Shift)

Shift: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 PM–2:30 AM Overtime

Pay Rate: $18.84/hr ($17.84 base rate $1.00 shift differential)

Important Details

• Orientation: First day (Monday) — 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM only. Regular 2nd shift schedule begins Tuesday.
• Training: 1–3 weeks on 1st shift (Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM)
• Essential: Must be comfortable using a microscope (scope).

Position Summary

As an Assembly Operator, you will perform a variety of hands‑on tasks to assemble precision components in accordance with drawings, prints, and work instructions. You’ll help drive quality and efficiency while working with state‑of‑the‑art equipment and supporting various processes throughout production.

Key Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow engineering drawings, blueprints, and written work instructions.
• Achieve proficiency in all required assembly and special processes.
• Gather, record, and accurately document production data.
• Detect and correct errors, and communicate effectively using company quality processes.
• Meet established standards for quality, productivity, and safety.
• Operate technical equipment such as comparators, microscopes, and other measurement devices as required.
• Cross‑train and support other departments as production needs arise.

Desired Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
• High attention to detail and ability to multi‑task efficiently.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (English required).
• Capable of working in both seated and standing positions for extended periods.
• Must be comfortable working with microscopes.
• Regulatory Compliance: This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• telemedicine
• term life
• whole life
• accident insurance
• critical illness
• a 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

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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