Assembly Technician

Express Employment Professionals; Kansas; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Long-term employment and career growth

Dedicated support from Express team

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Lenexa, KS is seeking an Assembly Technician I to assemble components on a production line using hand and powered tools. This position requires safety-conscious, dependable candidates.

Under supervision of the Manufacturing Supervisor, duties include following work instructions, operating equipment such as drill presses and riveting machines, and ensuring quality standards. The role offers first shift hours Monday–Thursday 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of assembly experience required; 1 year of assembly experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform repetitive assembly operations.
• Assemble fan components using hand, pneumatic, and electric tools and fixtures.
• Follow detailed written and verbal work instructions.
• Consistently use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.
• Assist in maintaining housekeeping and cleanliness standards throughout the work area.
• Affix labels and identification markings to finished products.
• Test and inspect completed units to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Package finished products for shipment and place materials on pallets as required.
• Operate equipment such as drill presses, punch presses, riveting machines, sealing machines, staple guns, and nail guns to support assembly operations.
• Perform various production tasks as needed to meet manufacturing schedules.
• Maintain reliable attendance and adherence to all company safety requirements.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Dependable

Read instructions

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Drill presses

Punch presses

Riveting machines

Sealing machines

Staple guns

Nail guns

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Assembly Technician I

Location:Lenexa, KS
Pay Rate:$18.00/hour
Shift:1st Shift | Monday–Thursday | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Position Summary

Express Employment Professionals is currently seeking anAssembly Technician Ifor a leading manufacturing company in Lenexa, KS. Under the direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, this position plays a critical role in assembling components to form complete units or subassemblies on a production line or workbench using hand and powered tools. Successful candidates will be safety-conscious, dependable, and committed to producing high-quality products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform repetitive assembly operations.
• Assemble fan components using hand, pneumatic, and electric tools and fixtures.
• Follow detailed written and verbal work instructions.
• Consistently use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.
• Assist in maintaining housekeeping and cleanliness standards throughout the work area.
• Affix labels and identification markings to finished products.
• Test and inspect completed units to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Package finished products for shipment and place materials on pallets as required.
• Operate equipment such as drill presses, punch presses, riveting machines, sealing machines, staple guns, and nail guns to support assembly operations.
• Perform various production tasks as needed to meet manufacturing schedules.
• Maintain reliable attendance and adherence to all company safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 6 months of assembly experience required; 1 year of assembly experience preferred.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, reach, and work at ground level and above shoulder height.
• Must be able to stand and walk throughout the workday, up to 10 hours per shift.
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves, and face shields.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to machinery, moderate noise levels, and varying temperatures.
• May be exposed to repetitive sounds from machinery and equipment.
• May work with chemicals in accordance with MSDS guidelines.
• Requires strict adherence to safety procedures and teamwork in a production-driven environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Benefits of Working with Express Employment Professionals

• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available
• Opportunity for long-term employment and career growth
• Dedicated support from your Express Employment Professionals team

Company Description

We partner with local businesses, in all industries, to help match the clients needs with candidates who are ready to find their next career. We have dedicated teams that specialize in office services, professional/direct hire, light industrial, manufacturing, search among others. Express Employment Shawnee/Olathe are a part of a network of 830 individually owned offices in US and Canada with far reaching recruiting abilities. Please trust us to find your next dedicated employer.

Company Description

We partner with local businesses, in all industries, to help match the clients needs with candidates who are ready to find their next career. We have dedicated teams that specialize in office services, professional/direct hire, light industrial, manufacturing, search among others. Express Employment Shawnee/Olathe are a part of a network of 830 individually owned offices in US and Canada with far reaching recruiting abilities. Please trust us to find your next dedicated employer.