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Assembler - Hiring Now

Dodge Center, MN · On-site

$20.50 - $26.52/hr

This role has the job knowledge and skills to work in every station proficiently on an assembly line with the ability to troubleshoot various components of a machine. Pay Range: $20.50 - $26.52 YOUR ...

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How much do assembly associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for assembly associate in Austin, MN is $16.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.76 and $17.31 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 Austin, MN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,375 per year, or $16.5 per hour.

Assembler II - 1st Shift

Oshkosh Corporation

Dodge Center, MN • On-site

$20.50 - $26.52/hr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Oshkosh Corporation rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

286th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

About McNeilus, an Oshkosh Company
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Assembler will be responsible for assembling various components in the manufacture of assemblies/sub-assemblies of various heavy-duty vehicles. This role has the job knowledge and skills to work in every station proficiently on an assembly line with the ability to troubleshoot various components of a machine.
Pay Range: $20.50 - $26.52
YOUR IMPACT:
These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
  • Assemble parts, wires, hoses, and hydraulics onto products utilizing safe and proper tools and techniques: install various accessories (decals, mud flaps, cameras, lights) including sales changes.
  • Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components; review and utilize all electrical and hydraulic diagrams to preform repairs identified during the troubleshooting process.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures, rules, and proper 6S standards; use best practices to follow all safe procedures in assembling and testing of all models/products in assigned job function.
  • Assist in driving back defects to the point of origin along with identifying and assisting in implementation of corrective action(s); validate machine(s) configuration is aligned to sales order and properly complete EQC process.
  • Operate all units produced in assigned job function.
  • Utilize comprehensive knowledge and special equipment required to complete models produced in assigned job function, including but not limited to all torque tools, DC tools, brake bleeders, AC chargers, and cab testers.
  • Team members must have the willingness and ability, upon training, to operate and function trucks on the McNeilus property. Proper training for operations on the McNeilus property will be trained onsite (Dodge Center only).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • One (1) year of applicable position experience or an evaluated equivalent.
  • Ability to read and use a tape measure.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Willingness to learn.
  • Able to/willing to learn how to operate a truck and transport from one area of the property to another.
  • Understands the use of all tools and requirements on stations they are trained to complete tasks within.
  • Ability to proficiently perform tasks with wiring and hydraulics.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
  • Internal Contacts: Contact with peers and others involving explanation of information (these contacts may be within or outside department or division), and the gathering of factual information; may include the communication of sensitive or confidential information.
  • External Contacts: Limited external contact to: gather information, answer queries, or ask assistance.
  • Communication Skills: Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Read, analyze and interpret business manuals, technical procedures and/or government regulations.
  • Decision-Making: Requires minimal decision-making responsibility.
  • Complexity, Judgment and Problem Solving: Work of a relatively routine nature. Requires the ability to understand the follow instructions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Physical Demands: Frequent: Standing, Walking/Running, Sitting, Reaching, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing; Occasional: Climbing, Driving, Bending/Kneeling, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity; Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion, Lifting/Carrying 25lbs., Pushing/Pulling 25llbs.
  • Non-Physical Demands: Occasional: Analysis/Reasoning, Communication/Interpretation, Math/Mental Computation, Reading, Sustained Mental Activity (i.e. auditing, problem solving, grant writing, composing reports), Writing.
  • Environmental Demands: Occasional: Work Alone, Frequent Task Changes, Tedious/Exacting Work, Dust, Temperature Extremes, Loud Noises.
  • Work Schedule: Routine shift hours. Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation.
  • Demands/Deadlines: Occasional stress due to deadlines or workload because of intermittent or cyclical work pressures, or occasional exposure to distressed individuals within the immediate work environment.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [email protected].
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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