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Light Assembly Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Assembly/Machine Operator

Elkhart, IN ยท On-site

$16 - $18/hr

As the Assembly/Machine Operator you will assemble, operate machinery, and perform quality checks ... Operates various machines with light set up, troubleshooting, and disassembly to keep product ...

Assembly/Machine Operator

Elkhart, IN ยท On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

As the Assembly/Machine Operator you will assemble, operate machinery, and perform quality checks ... Operates various machines with light set up, troubleshooting, and disassembly to keep product ...

Foam Fabrication

Jasper, IN ยท On-site

$13.50 - $16.50/hr

T Industries in Jasper, IN has immediate openings on first shift for general labor positions in light assembly, packing, kitting, and glue-line fabrication. Working hours are: Monday - Friday, 5AM ...

Control Panel Builder

Merrillville, IN

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Light assembly includes drilling metal enclosures and mounting electrical components * Wiring PLCs and other electrical components to electrical schematics * In-house setup and wiring of complete ...

Control Panel Builder

Merrillville, IN ยท On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Light assembly includes drilling metal enclosures and mounting electrical components * Wiring PLCs and other electrical components to electrical schematics * In-house setup and wiring of complete ...

Control Panel Builder

Merrillville, IN ยท On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Light assembly includes drilling metal enclosures and mounting electrical components * Wiring PLCs and other electrical components to electrical schematics * In-house setup and wiring of complete ...

Assembly Technician

Carmel, IN ยท On-site

$18/hr

They also do some light machining work, and if you are interested, they would like you to learn how to do this work as well. What qualifications will you have as an Assembly Technician? * Prior ...

Machining Engineer

Richmond, IN ยท On-site

$80K - $110K/yr (+ commission)

Previous engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably machining, casting, or light assembly * CAD-CAM experience (Auto-CAD, Solidworks/Spinfire, MasterCam). * Excellent ...

Warehouse Technician

Plainfield, IN ยท On-site

$20.30/hr

Read and interpret drawings and instructions for light assembly work * Operate various types of forklifts, and other equipment as needed * Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: * Minimum ...

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How much do light assembly jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for light assembly in Indiana is $16.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $16.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a light assembly?

A Light Assembly job involves putting together small parts or components to create finished products or subassemblies. Tasks often include inspecting parts, using hand tools, and following detailed instructions to ensure quality and efficiency. These roles are typically found in manufacturing, electronics, or packaging industries and may require standing for long periods and working with small tools. While some positions require prior experience, many offer on-the-job training. Light assembly work is often performed in a production line or team environment to meet manufacturing goals.

What are the typical daily tasks for a light assembly?

In a Light Assembly role, your daily tasks often include assembling small parts or products, visually inspecting items for quality, packaging finished goods, and keeping your workspace clean and organized. You may work both individually or as part of an assembly line, following specific guidelines and production targets. Collaboration with team members and communicating with supervisors is common to ensure workflow stays on track. These varied responsibilities help keep production running smoothly and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in light assembly, and why are they important?

To excel in Light Assembly, a strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and basic reading or math skills are generally required, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with hand tools, power tools, or specific assembly machinery can be important, though many employers provide on-the-job training. Reliability, teamwork, and the ability to follow instructions precisely are key soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and safe collaboration in a production or manufacturing environment.

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Infographic showing various Light Assembly job openings in Indiana as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,467 per year, or $16.1 per hour.

Assembly/Machine Operator

Elkhart, IN โ€ข On-site

TouchTronics Inc
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturingย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

$16 - $18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assemble products following specifications, instructions, or diagrams using hand tools and operate machinery to ensure efficient production.

  • Perform quality checks on products, inspect parts for accuracy and specifications, and deliver products to final inspection as needed.

  • Count materials and products to ensure accuracy, maintain inventory control, and advise management of parts that do not meet specifications.


Job description

Overall Purpose: Why the Job Exists & What You Will Do:This position is classified as non-exempt in accordance with applicable federal and state wage and hour laws. As the Assembly/Machine Operator you will assemble, operate machinery, and perform quality checks on the products ensuring complete, accurate, and on-time products delivered to customers.Essential Job Functions & Expected Outcomes: Your Accountabilities in the RoleA. Creating a High-Quality Product (90% of the job)Counts material and products to ensure accuracy for the customer, as well as maintaining good inventory and expense control. Ensures all parts are within specifications as described in the processes. Advises management, if not, to ensure parts are returned for replacement/credit. Assembles products following specifications, instructions, or diagrams each time using hand tools, as required. Operates various machines with light set up, troubleshooting, and disassembly to keep product flowing. Ensures all processes are done in a high quality and efficient way to meet or exceed the needs of our customers. Confirms and applies appropriate labels on the products in a specific location to identify the product or parts accurately. Ensures all parts are inspected for quality and delivers to final inspection (where applicable) for a reliable product.B. Teamwork & Mentoring (5% of the job) Uses strengths and skills to mentor/assist others for a growing team atmosphere and to meet or exceed delivery dates and customer expectations.C. Other Areas of Responsibility (5% of the job) Supports leaders and other team areas as needed to meet overall team goals.The job criteria may include other duties, responsibilities and activities, which may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.Position Requirements:A.Education: A high school diploma, and or GED equivalentB.Experience: 2+ years of small to mid-size assembly, small machine operation and inspection work. C.Certification(s): n/a D.Functional Skills: Basic math & counting skills; detail-oriented, precise and accurate in their work; able to read, comprehend, and retain work instructions with ability to work with small and mid-sized piece work using hand tools at a good speed; able to learn, operate, troubleshoot, and perform light assembly/disassembly of machines and equipment; good prioritization skills and be flexible to move from job to job as priorities change.E.Technology Aptitude/Skills: Abiity to use tablets/PCs to review procedures and enter data. F.Language Skills: Able to read/write/speak English fluently; communicates in a positive way. G.Leadership/Behaviors: Self-directed, highly-motivated, with the ability to be a good team player and work well H. Culture Match Behaviors: Respectful of team members and policies, goal and customer-focused; can stay focused on quality, as well as being efficient to produce a high level of output on the job. Requires an excellent work ethic with the ability to learn and problem-solve.Core Values that Apply to All Positions:Integrity in all thingsCustomer-FocusedQuality is #1Goal-Oriented & EfficientInnovative Problem-SolvingTeamwork & CollaborationEquipment Used:This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.This role frequently uses basic hand tools and other equipment to operate and/or perform maintenance and/or repairs on equipment.This role routinely involves heavy equipment, machinery or general facility equipment. Physical Requirements to Perform Essential Functions:The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. TouchTronics, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable lawAbility to sit and operate motorized equipment occasionally. Ability to use hands and fingers to operate hand tools/equipment and machinery occasionally. Ability to operate keyboard and view computer screen occasionally. Ability to write ideas/information in a logical flow occasionally. Cognitive and reasoning ability to read, review and interpret work orders or processes on a frequent basis. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to read small print and respond due to nature of the work occasionally. Ability to talk and communicate with others via phone, in-person, and/or computer.Ability to listen to others, analyze, problem-solve, and respond. Ability to stand, sit, walk, climb, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, squat, twist, push, pull and carry items.Lifting up to 50 lbs. sporadically. Environmental Conditions & Travel:This position is regularly exposed to a manufacturing environment where the noise level is moderate to high. The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, static bands, etc. The position may face exposure to some variances in temperature; exposure to smells, fumes, working around mechanical parts or confined spaces frequently. Travel: limitedTouchTronics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may change based on business needs, with reasonable notice when practicable.