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Metalsa

Assembly Supervisor GL1

Elizabethtown, KY · On-site

... Associate's degree or technical certification preferred 3 years of leadership experience required Automotive/Industrial experience required All employees are responsible for understanding and ...

Metalsa

Assembly Supervisor GL1

Elizabethtown, KY

... Associate's degree or technical certification preferred 3 years of leadership experience required Automotive/Industrial experience required All employees are responsible for understanding and ...

Metalsa

Assembly Supervisor GL2

Elizabethtown, KY

... Associate's degree or technical certification preferred 3 years of leadership experience required Automotive/Industrial experience required All employees are responsible for understanding and ...

Metalsa

Assembly Supervisor (2)

Elizabethtown, KY · On-site

... Associate's degree or technical certification preferred 3 years of leadership experience required Automotive/Industrial experience required All employees are responsible for understanding and ...

OFS

Chair Assembly Technicians

Leitchfield, KY · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

We are seeking Chair Assembly Technicians to join our production team. The ideal candidates will be responsible for assembling a variety of chairs with precision and attention to detail. This role ...

American Freight

Warehouse Associate

Elizabethtown, KY · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

The Warehouse Associate position exists to ensure effective movement and management of inventory ... Responsible for the assembly merchandise * Assembles and disassembles fixtures for seasonal flexes ...

American Freight

Warehouse Associate

Elizabethtown, KY · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

The Warehouse Associate position exists to ensure effective movement and management of inventory ... Responsible for the assembly merchandise * Assembles and disassembles fixtures for seasonal flexes ...

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How much do assembly associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for assembly associate in Leitchfield, KY is $13.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.12 and $14.23 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.

What cities near Leitchfield, KY are hiring for Assembly Associate jobs? Cities near Leitchfield, KY with the most Assembly Associate job openings:
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Assembly 21 - Operator, Assembly - Shift 2 ($18.70/hr)

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Elizabethtown, KY • On-site

$18.70/hr

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Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Assembly Operator-2nd Shift                                                    FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:  Supervisor, Manufacturing (Assembly)

SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the department supervisor, the Production Operator is assigned to standardized work of routine nature involving molding machine operation and/or assembly of molded part.  Work generally involves the use of simple hand tools, trimming, retrieving, counting, weighing, packing and general overall inspection of part.  Responsibilities include; distribution within the plant, placement and removal of parts from fixtures, monitoring and recording quality assurance, including charting of machine factors affecting quality.  Production Operators/Associates are required to perform continuous visual and manual quality checks in accordance with standardized guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to stand for entire work shift.
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

  • Reads, understands, and follows Operator Instruction Sheet to determine part number(s), inspection procedures, packing requirements, and any special instruction.
  • Retrieves, separates, inspects, counts, weighs, packs, and labels parts in accord with written and/or oral instructions.
  • Utilizes clippers, knives, screwdrivers, and other simple hand tools to trim, cut, and prepare parts for other operations per safety procedures.
  • Operates molding machines and/or air activated tools and equipment to assemble, decorate, or produce product.  Advises supervision of machine malfunctions and unacceptable variances in product quality, e.g., flash, splay, contamination, underfill, etc.
  • Compares, inspects, and monitors production quality to approved samples and accepts, rejects, or questions in accord with established standards.
  • Performs simple clerical tasks involving recording and summarizing production as required.
  • Examines, repairs, trims, counts, weighs and performs secondary operations as directed.
  • Performs tasks in accord with standard levels of performance required to meet production rate established for specific part(s) being worked.
  • Performs routine cleaning chores to maintain cleanliness of work station and area per 5S requirements.
  • Interface with the production monitoring system.
  • Assist in color changes / mold changes by cleaning work area or equipment.  Set up for next job (i.e., sample board, OIS, packaging).
  • Assist with breaks for other operators.
  • Other tasks as directed by supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Possesses the ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from a limited number of choices.

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DISCLAIMER

The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.  Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all post-hire required training.

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