Assembly Operator I

Kelly; Fairview (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine

Term life insurance

Whole life insurance

Accident insurance

Critical illness insurance

Legal plan

Short-term disability

Retirement savings plan

Holiday pay plans

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an Assembly Operator I for the 1st shift in Fairview, NC. The role involves assembling components from detailed instructions, using microscopes and fixtures for precision work, and ensuring traceability through proper paperwork.

The candidate should have at least a high school diploma or GED, with manufacturing experience preferred, and be able to read blueprints and use measuring devices such as calipers and gauges. This position is temp-to-hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to interpret blueprints are highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to multitask.
• Experience with measuring devices (e.g., calipers, gauges) preferred.
• Physically able to move materials weighing up to 50 pounds and operate necessary machinery.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and move between work zones as needed.
• Proficiency in understanding and following written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components according to detailed work instructions and drawings.
• Use microscopes, small hand tools, and fixtures for precise assembly tasks.
• Understand and inspect products using quality standards and measurement devices (such as calipers and gauges).
• Perform pull tests and troubleshoot minor equipment issues as needed.
• Complete required operational paperwork to ensure product traceability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company’s EH&S policies.
• Follow all company and departmental guidelines, policies, and safety procedures.
• Support production goals by being available for overtime when required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Blueprint Reading

Job description

Description

Assembly Operator — 1st Shift

Location: Fairview, NC

Shift: 1st Shift (7:00am — 3:30pm)

Pay Rate: $17.61/hour

Status: Temp-to-Hire

Our Client is a global leader in manufacturing Relays and Switches for the Aerospace industry. We are seeking motivated candidates for the position of Assembly Operator I at our Fairview, NC facility. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with opportunities for career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble components according to detailed work instructions and drawings.
• Use microscopes, small hand tools, and fixtures for precise assembly tasks.
• Understand and inspect products using quality standards and measurement devices (such as calipers and gauges).
• Perform pull tests and troubleshoot minor equipment issues as needed.
• Complete required operational paperwork to ensure product traceability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company’s EH&S policies.
• Follow all company and departmental guidelines, policies, and safety procedures.
• Support production goals by being available for overtime when required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to interpret blueprints are highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to multitask.
• Experience with measuring devices (e.g., calipers, gauges) preferred.
• Physically able to move materials weighing up to 50 pounds and operate necessary machinery.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and move between work zones as needed.
• Proficiency in understanding and following written instructions in English.

Additional Requirements

This position involves access to information regulated by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Candidates 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. 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.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

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.