Entry-Level Assembly Technician: Paid Training & Growth

Paylocity; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training

Overtime opportunities

Stable full-time employment

Health insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Cates is hiring Assembly Technicians in Plano, TX to join a hands-on team building products used in industrial automation. No prior manufacturing experience is required—as you’ll receive on-the-job training and support from a collaborative team.

You’ll assemble and wire control panels, follow drawings, and log production time while maintaining safety and quality. The role offers full-time hours, overtime, and competitive pay with benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• No prior manufacturing or assembly experience required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire control panels and components by following simple work instructions and drawings.
• Ensure all wires are labeled at both ends correctly and that there are no wire frays.
• Make sure all terminations are tight.
• Ensure proper wire sizes and colors are used.
• Log all time spent on each job into the appropriate software database using the traveler supplied with drawings.
• Perform basic quality checks to ensure products meet company standards.
• Use basic hand tools and production equipment safely.
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Record completed work and production time as instructed.
• Communicate any questions or production issues to your team lead or supervisor.
• Work closely with teammates to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Dependable and punctual

Detail-oriented

Eager to learn

Hands-on

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Cates is hiring Assembly Technicians in Plano, TX to join a hands-on team building products used in industrial automation. No prior manufacturing experience is required—as you’ll receive on-the-job training and support from a collaborative team.

You’ll assemble and wire control panels, follow drawings, and log production time while maintaining safety and quality. The role offers full-time hours, overtime, and competitive pay with benefits.