Manufacturing Associate I – A Shift

Jobtailor; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Bolingbrook, IL is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to support assembly operations on a fast-paced production floor. You will perform sub-assembly and assembly tasks, interpret blueprints, and prepare parts and tools for daily work.

This role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork, with opportunities to train others and participate in prototype builds. Strong reading of drawings and basic computer skills are important, as is the willingness to cross-train for higher level roles.

Qualifications

• Has a High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development.
• Ideally has 0–1 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to safely use small hand and power tools.
• Must be able to read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Willing to cross-train and develop skills for Manufacturing Associate II roles, which may involve respirator fit and clean-shaven requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of repetitive sub-assembly and/or assembly operations of basic complexity
• Prepare work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists, gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials
• Position parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements
• Assemble components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts, and subassemblies
• Assist in the building of prototypes and/or other basic assembly projects outside of normal production as needed
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
• Contribute to team effort by training others in the performance of basic assembly tasks as needed
• Inspect all work and ensure it meets requirements before passing it on to the next operation
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms
• Assist in training new hires or current internal employees who have been newly assigned to this role.

Skills

Assembly Operations

Reading Drawings

Using Hand Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Training Others

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of repetitive sub-assembly and/or assembly operations of basic complexity
• Prepare work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists, gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials
• Position parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements
• Assemble components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts, and subassemblies
• Assist in the building of prototypes and/or other basic assembly projects outside of normal production as needed
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
• Contribute to team effort by training others in the performance of basic assembly tasks as needed
• Inspect all work and ensure it meets requirements before passing it on to the next operation
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms
• Assist in training new hires or current internal employees who have been newly assigned to this role.

Requirements

• Has a High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development
• Ideally has 0-1 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Must be able to safely use small hand and power tools
• Must be able to read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Is willing to cross-train and develop skills for Manufacturing Associate II roles, which may involve respirator fit and clean-shaven requirements.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in assembly operations, including reading and interpreting drawings and bills of material, while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Capable of training others and contributing to team efforts in a manufacturing environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Assembly Operations
• Reading Drawings
• Using Hand Tools
• Basic Computer Skills
• Training Others

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Assembly Operations
• Reading Drawings
• Using Hand Tools
• Basic Computer Skills
• Inspecting Work

Soft Skills

• Team Collaboration
• Following Instructions

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing Environment
• Production
• Quality Control

Tools & Technologies

• Power Tools