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Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

Assembly G1

Broadview, IL

$20.94/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Assembly G1 is an entry level position responsible for successfully completing various tasks within Hadrian Assembly areas. Preferably has some knowledge of commonly used concepts ...

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

Assembly G1

Broadview, IL · On-site

$20.94/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Assembly G1 is an entry level position responsible for successfully completing various tasks within Hadrian Assembly areas. Preferably has some knowledge of commonly used concepts ...

Elkay Manufacturing

Assembly G1

Broadview, IL · On-site

$20.94/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Assembly G1 is an entry level position responsible for successfully completing various tasks within Hadrian Assembly areas. Preferably has some knowledge of commonly used concepts ...

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

Assembly G1

Broadview, IL

$20.94/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Assembly G1 is an entry level position responsible for successfully completing various tasks within Hadrian Assembly areas. Preferably has some knowledge of commonly used concepts ...

Just In Time Staffing LLC

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Packaging / Assembly Associate

Franklin Park, IL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Packaging / Kit Assembly Wages offered: $17.00 - $19.00 Location: Franklin Park, IL Schedule ... High School Diploma or GED. * Entry-level experience in manufacturing, packaging, or production.

Chicago Cutting Die Co.

entry level machinist

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$22 - $30.25/hr

Entry level manufacturing/machinist for our grinding/assembly department. We will train the candidate on Cylindrical grinders , surface grinders , id grinders, and blanchard grinders. Any mechanical ...

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How much do entry level assembly jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level assembly in Chicago, IL is $17.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $18.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for someone in an Entry Level Assembly position?

A typical day in an Entry Level Assembly role involves working on a production line or in an assembly area, where you will assemble, inspect, and package components or finished products based on specific instructions. You'll work closely with a team, often rotating between tasks to ensure production goals are met and may need to identify any defects or report issues to supervisors. Attention to safety standards and cleanliness is important, and you may be trained on various machinery or equipment as you gain experience. The work environment is usually fast-paced, and teamwork is key to keeping operations running smoothly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Entry Level Assembly position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Assembly worker, you need strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, or basic assembly line systems is beneficial, though most training occurs on the job. Reliability, teamwork, and good communication skills are important soft skills for success in this field. These abilities are essential to ensure product quality, meet production targets, and maintain a safe, efficient workplace.

What is an Entry Level Assembly job?

An Entry Level Assembly job involves putting together components or products in a manufacturing or production setting. Workers follow instructions, use hand or power tools, and ensure quality standards are met. No prior experience is usually required, as on-the-job training is provided. It's an ideal role for those starting in manufacturing or looking to gain hands-on experience in production processes.

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Assembly Worker (Entry Level - Tier 3)

Assembly Worker (Entry Level - Tier 3)

CRRC Sifang America, Inc.

Chicago, IL • On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

CRRC SIFANG AMERICA INCORPORATED ("CRRC") is a passenger railcar manufacturer in Chicago, Illinois. The passenger railcar manufacturing process includes 2 bargained-for work disciplines: assembly and electrical
The instant job description relates specifically to assembly work during the production of passenger railcars
Summary
Assembly Workers are separated into 4 classifications/categories, namely Entry Level, Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3. As specified below, said classifications are separated by, among other considerations, skill sets, experience, and proficiency.
In general, Assembly Workers are responsible for installing, assembling, and modifying components on railcars while following drawings, procedures, and other written documentation, instructions, directives, and protocols.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Interpreting and using drawings, process procedures, and other written documentation to prepare materials and tools, and to complete assembly of components;
  • Drilling, tapping, torquing, tape measure, and sealing stainless steel components and assembling them on railcars;
  • Installing mechanical equipment on railcars;
  • Connecting hydraulic pipes and hoses on railcars and bogies;
  • Operating heavy machinery, mobile equipment, and test device(s) to perform tests, move railcars, and heavy equipment, as required;
  • Completing paperwork, such as quality confirmation forms, as required in the process;
  • Following all safety protocols, and company policies and procedures;
  • Maintaining a neat, clean, and organized work area; and
  • Performing other tasks, as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Competencies and Characteristics
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies and have the following characteristics:
  • Have the ability to work in a safe fashion
  • Have the ability to produce a quality product
  • Have great hand-eye coordination
  • Have a technical aptitude (of varying degrees, depending on classification)
  • Have the ability to bring value to the assigned project and to CRRC, as a whole
  • Have the ability to troubleshoot, as necessary
  • Have the ability to collaborate and coordinate with co-workers, supervisors, managers, and executive personnel in the Production Department and in other CRRC Departments
  • Have the ability to communicate well with others
  • Have the ability to draft documents of varying types
  • Have the ability to meet work, task, and project deadlines
  • Have the ability to multitask
  • Have the ability to follow instructions properly and accurately
  • Have flexibility with respect to the work schedule as warranted by operational/production needs and as permitted by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • Have excellent time management skills
  • Have credibility and be trustworthy

Work Environment
Passenger railcar production facility with mobile equipment, heavy machinery, and high voltages
Physical Demands
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Ability to climb, bend, stoop, kneel
  • Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift
  • Ability to step up and bend down inside or under a railcar
  • Ability to remain in one position for a long period of time
  • Ability to perform work in tight spaces with difficult access

Required Education and Experience
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints or ability to efficiently and effectively learn this part of the job if applying for an Entry Level Assembly Worker position
  • Ability to use basic hand, pneumatic and power tools, such as torque wrench, drill and tapper
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
  • High School Diploma or GED highly preferred

• Depending on job classification, varying levels of assembly work experience, preferably in a fast-paced manufacturing setting:
• Entry Level classification: entry level with no prior relevant work experience required
• For Entry Level candidates: basic knowledge and hands-on skills with willingness and ability to be trained to do assembly work on and related to passenger railcars with regular supervision
• Tier 1 classification: some relevant prior work experience and proficiency required
• For Tier 1 candidates: working knowledge and hands-on skills with some relevant job experience in order to be able to complete basic tasks and undertake intermediate tasks with supervision and additional training OR having the foregoing knowledge and skills with work experience as an Assembly Worker (Entry Level) during Phase I and/or Phase II production at CRRC
• Tier 2 classification: more advanced relevant prior work experience and proficiency required
• For Tier 2 candidates: intermediate level knowledge, hands-on skills, proficiency, and experience to start and complete tasks without supervision, to coordinate and guide less skilled and experienced workers, and to assist Tier 3 workers, Foremen and Team Leads; demonstrated ability to produce a quality product with minimal abnormalities or reworks OR having the foregoing knowledge and skills with work experience as an Assembly Worker (either Entry Level and/or Tier 1) during Phase I and/or Phase II production at CRRC
• Tier 3 classification: very advanced technical skills, proficiency, and some supervisory experience/skills/capabilities
• For Tier 3 candidates: high level knowledge, hands-on skills, proficiency, and experience to start and complete tasks, to train less skilled and experienced workers with relevant tasks, and to provide significant assistance to Foremen and Team Leads including oversight of others' work; demonstrated ability to consistently produce a high-quality product; actual experience with or demonstrated capability to supervise less senior assemblers OR having the foregoing knowledge and skills with work experience as an Assembly Worker (either Entry Level and/or Tier 1 and/or Tier 2) during Phase I and/or Phase II production at CRRC
CRRC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range: $19.82 - $30.55/hour
Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Union Pension
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
CRRC Sifang America
CRRC Sifang America is an Illinois-based subsidiary of CRRC Corporation Limited. CRRC Corporation Limited, the parent company, is a world leader in the designing, engineering and manufacturing of advanced passenger rail vehicles and high-speed trains. Headquartered in Beijing, China, CRRC Corporation Limited has 46 wholly-owned & majority-owned subsidiaries. They are a global innovator in rail car and locomotive construction and maintenance
In 2016, CRRC Sifang America was awarded a contract by the Chicago Transit Authority to supply 846 new railcars
CRRC Sifang America recently constructed a state-of-the-art production facility on the city's southeast side, returning railcar manufacturing to Chicago after a 50-year absence
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