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Mueller Water Products

Assembly I

Cleveland, TN

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assembly I Mueller Company, a subsidiary of Mueller Water Products and publicly traded company (NYSE: MWA) is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas ...

Mueller Water Products, Inc.

Assembly I

Cleveland, TN · On-site

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assembly I Mueller Company, a subsidiary of Mueller Water Products and publicly traded company (NYSE: MWA) is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas ...

Metro Industrial Services

Assembly Workers

Winchester, TN

$14/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Perform assembly of products according to specifications and work instructions * Ensure quality standards are met at each stage of the assembly process * Inspect components and finished products for ...

Mueller Industries

Assembly Technician

Hartsville, TN · On-site

$17.32 - $19.89/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assembly Technician - Mueller Refrigeration, LLC Mueller Refrigeration in Hartsville, TN has immediate openings in Assembly on both Day and Night Shifts. Hourly rates $17.32 to $19.89 About the Role ...

Hirotec America

Assembly Operator

Fayetteville, TN · On-site

$17/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Currently, we are seeking an Assembly Operator to become a part of the HIROTEC team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, while following ...

Peak+

Assembly Technician

Memphis, TN · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Assembly Technician is responsible for the assembling and building of products and components at production pace across all job stations within the facility. This role requires attention to ...

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How much do assembly associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for assembly associate in Tennessee is $15.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.75 and $16.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assembly associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assembly Associate, you need strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing systems such as assembly line machinery or inventory tracking software is important. Reliability, teamwork, and effective communication help you excel in collaborative and deadline-driven environments. These skills ensure efficient, accurate assembly work and contribute to overall production quality and safety.

What are some common challenges assembly associates face when working on a fast-paced production line?

Assembly Associates often work in environments where meeting production targets and maintaining product quality are essential. Common challenges include adapting to repetitive tasks, handling time-sensitive demands, and quickly resolving minor equipment or component issues. Successful associates develop strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with teammates and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and minimal downtime. Being proactive in communicating concerns or bottlenecks also helps maintain efficiency and product standards.

What is an assembly associate?

Assembly Associates are workers responsible for putting together products or components on a production line, often in manufacturing or warehouse environments. Their duties can include reading blueprints, using hand or power tools, inspecting finished parts, and ensuring products meet quality standards. Assembly Associates play a crucial role in keeping production moving efficiently and safely. They typically work as part of a team and may be required to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks. Attention to detail and manual dexterity are important skills for this position.

What is the difference between Assembly Associate vs Production Worker?

AspectAssembly AssociateProduction Worker
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require basic technical skillsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may need specific certifications
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or assembly lines, often repetitive tasksFactory floors, operating machinery or handling materials
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, electronics, automotive industriesUsed across various manufacturing sectors including automotive, consumer goods

Assembly Associates focus on assembling products or components, often working on specific parts of a product line. Production Workers have a broader role in manufacturing, including operating machinery and managing overall production processes. Both roles require similar skills and are essential in manufacturing environments, but Assembly Associates typically specialize in assembly tasks.

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Infographic showing various Assembly Associate job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,041 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

Assembly I

Mueller Water Products

Cleveland, TN

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Mueller Water Products rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Who We Are:

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life's most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions-solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future-we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.

Assembly I

Mueller Company, a subsidiary of Mueller Water Products and publicly traded company (NYSE: MWA) is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries and North America's largest and only full-line supplier of potable water distribution products.

The Mueller Co Cleveland TN location is growing and has an opening for a Production Assembler I to join the location to support all operational training needs for the Plant including various analysis projects.

SUMMARY

The driving force behind our growth at Mueller is our people. The assembly position is a crucial part of our team and ensuring that we deliver quality to our customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS DUTIES/RESPONSIBLITIES

  • Implementing training programs that connect employee with business goals

  • Work Safely in the Manufacturing Production Environment.

  • Follow detailed verbal / written assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.

  • Read and understand customer work orders and assembly instructions.

  • Prepare and assemble materials and parts in a manufacturing production environment.

  • Move, process, and organize materials and manufactured products.

  • Operate hand power tools, presses, mills, lathes, drills, lifts, control equipment efficiently and safely.

  • Perform quality control checks and verification of work order specifications.

  • Properly fill out basic forms, reports, and label products correctly.

  • Communicates and works effectively with others.

  • May provide hands on and verbal job function training to coworkers as needed.

  • Report problems with quality, processes, equipment and materials to Production Supervisor.

  • Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.

  • May support other departments and areas as needed.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with CNC machines is a plus, but not required.

  • Welding experience is a plus, but not required.

  • Forklift experience is a plus, but not required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Must have good written and oral communication skills.

  • Must have 2+ years of Assembly or Machine Operation experience in a manufacturing/warehouse setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

  • Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, reach within hands and arm's length, stoop, kneel, and crouch.

  • Ability to lift and/or move 50 pounds, and up to 50 pounds.

  • Specific vision requirements include close vision and color vision.

  • Ability to use power tools, air tools and other vibratory tools.

  • Ability to work from a standing position for extended periods of time.

  • Ability to work around hot heavy machinery.

  • Ability to work in an open warehouse environment, subject to seasonal weather (hot/cold)

  • Must be able to function in a high-pressure production type environment.

Other Compensation & Benefits:

Mueller offersan excellent salary and benefits package.Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.

Notice of E-Verify Participation:

This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely.

Upon enrollment, employers participating in E-Verify are required to clearly display the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters in English and Spanish, both which may be accessed at the links provided below.

IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)

E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish)

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