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Sub Assembly Press Operator

Middlebury, IN · On-site

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

Rotation of positions as necessary in or outside of the sub assembly department. * Make sure that scrap metal is not put in the same bin as your regular trash. Trash needs to be separated for it to ...

Assembly/Finish

Waterville, ME

$16 - $19.25/hr

You'll work across assembly, sub-assembly, and component areas using various hand and power tools. * Assemble/install truck body parts * Use air, electric, and hand tools * Follow work instructions ...

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Assembly Technician

Providence, RI · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

Perform mechanical and electro?mechanical assembly and sub?assembly tasks following verbal and written work instructions * Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices ...

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Assembly Operator

East Walpole, MA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Duties include all steps from automated and manual processes of incoming parts through sub-assembly of intermediate components to final assembly of finished sensor modules. Major Tasks of Position:

Assembly Technician II

Hillsboro, OR

$19 - $24/hr

Build mechanical assemblies & sub-assemblies. * Must be able to read pneumatic and electrical schematics. * Responsible for helium leak testing, cabling, module, and sub-assembly testing. * Operates ...

Assembly Technician II

Phoenix, AZ

$16.75 - $21/hr

Build mechanical assemblies & sub-assemblies. * Must be able to read pneumatic and electrical schematics. * Responsible for helium leak testing, cabling, module, and sub-assembly testing. * Operates ...

Production Assembly

Charlotte, MI · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

This includes all positions within the assembly, sub-assembly, and component build work centers. * Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete assembly in assigned area * Read and follow ...

Assembly Technician II

Hayward, CA

$20 - $25.25/hr

Build mechanical assemblies & sub-assemblies. * Must be able to read pneumatic and electrical schematics. * Responsible for helium leak testing, cabling, module, and sub-assembly testing. * Operates ...

Assembly

Columbus, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Rotates among various stations to person sub-assembly operations on an assigned product line. Coordinated with other team members for efficient assembly. Learns the typical 25-30 component parts ...

Sub-Assembler

Newtown, PA · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Complete mechanical and electro-mechanical sub-assembly work utilizing written instructions and CAD drawings. * Perform hand soldering per written instructions and CAD drawings. * Perform wire ...

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How much do sub assembly jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for sub assembly in the United States is $17.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sub Assembly Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sub Assembly Technician, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to read technical schematics, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hand and power tools, assembly line systems, and sometimes certifications like IPC for electronics assembly are commonly required. Reliability, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills that help ensure smooth workflow and quality output. These skills and qualities are crucial for producing precise, defect-free assemblies efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What are some common challenges faced in a Sub Assembly role, and how can they be managed effectively?

In a Sub Assembly role, common challenges often include managing tight production schedules, ensuring precise assembly to avoid defects, and adapting to frequent changes in component specifications. Effective communication with team members and supervisors is key to addressing these challenges, as is maintaining strong attention to detail and following established quality procedures. Many employers provide on-the-job training and encourage collaboration across departments to help new hires quickly adapt and succeed in this dynamic environment.

What are sub assembly jobs?

Sub assembly jobs involve putting together components or parts that will later be used in a larger assembly or final product. Workers in sub assembly roles typically follow specific instructions or blueprints to ensure each subcomponent is built accurately and meets quality standards. These jobs are common in manufacturing industries, such as automotive, electronics, and appliances, where the production process is broken down into manageable stages. Attention to detail and manual dexterity are important skills for sub assembly workers.

What is the difference between Sub Assembly vs Assembly Worker?

AspectSub AssemblyAssembly Worker
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, technical trainingHigh school diploma, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, assembly linesManufacturing facilities, assembly lines
Industry UsageComponent manufacturing, electronics, automotiveFinal product assembly across industries
Job FocusPreliminary assembly of parts/subcomponentsFinal assembly of products

Sub Assembly workers focus on assembling subcomponents or parts, which are then used in the larger assembly process. Assembly workers handle the final product assembly, putting together the complete product. While both roles work in manufacturing environments and require similar skills, sub assembly is more specialized in creating parts, whereas assembly workers focus on completing the final product.

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Infographic showing various Sub Assembly job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,655 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Sub Assembly Press Operator

Lippert

Middlebury, IN • On-site

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Lippert rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 102 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

251st of 415 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Overview

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries.  We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation, and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are.  We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.  We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

  1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
  2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
  3. Fair and competitive compensation.
  4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
  5. Holiday, personal and vacation days. 

Summary/Objective:

This position is primarily responsible for the drilling of tube used for upper decks and tube room bar. This individual will be measuring, plasma cutting, and as mentioned drilling a variety of tubes. A press operator will be reporting to the team leader to ensure daily goals are being met.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  1. Combination of specified designs and measurements, appropriate component parts, plasma cutting, and drilling of a variety of tubes.  
  2. Correctly drill material in accordance with production requirements. 
  3. Rotation of positions as necessary in or outside of the sub assembly department. 
  4. Make sure that scrap metal is not put in the same bin as your regular trash. Trash needs to be separated for it to be picked up. 
  5. Parts should not be on the floor for any reason. Racks & shelves must be used to keep parts off the floor.   
  6. Ability to read and use a tape measure. 

Other Key Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

  1. Assistance in repair work as necessary. 
  2. Maintain parts area organized and clean as well as being responsible for labeling and bundling extra parts as needed. 
  3. Maintenance of good housekeeping practices throughout the sub-assembly area. 

Working Conditions:

  • The team member will work around moving mechanical parts, heavy equipment, and conveyer roller lines.
  • The team member may work in outside weather conditions in all seasons.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
  • The team member may be exposed to dust, fumes, gases, noise, heat, cold, and wet work while performing job duties.

Qualifications:

  1. High school degree or GED. 
  2. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 
  3. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. 
  4. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. 

Competencies:

  1. Must be able to work as a part of a team to achieve the company’s overall demand. 
  2. Must be able to meet production goals and time deadlines. 
  3. Basic computer skills needed to post-production tags onto the system. 
  4. Must demonstrate clear verbal and written communication skills (English). 
  5. Must be able to read and process written communication including, but not limited to measurements, frame prints, directions, instructions, etc. 
  6. Must demonstrate welding competency and knowledge of welding systems. 
  7. Must be able to operate appropriate equipment including band saws, plasma cutters, tape measures, industrial drills, etc. 
  8. Must possess successful problem-solving skills. 
  9. Must be able to exhibit tact and diplomacy and maintain professional relationships with supervisors, fellow team members, customers, etc. 
  10. Must be able to work under physically and mentally stressful situations. 
  11. Must be able to prioritize and easily adapt to changes through the day. 
  12. Must be able to operate a lift truck as necessary. 
  13. Must be able to prioritize and easily adapt to changes throughout the day. 

 Supervisory Responsibility:

This role does not have any supervisory responsibility upon hiring.

Physical Demands:
While performing duties of the job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active – while performing this job the team member is regularly standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, balancing, reaching, handling, and climbing all day. The team member may have to lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires personal protective equipment such as work gloves, safety glasses, ear plugs, cut resistant sleeves, and seasonal gear which will be provided (contingent on position). 

Additional items required but not included are steel toed shoes or boots with metatarsal guards.  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time hourly position, and hours of work and days are based upon the need to support operations and production. Some Saturdays will be mandatory. 

Travel:

No travel required for this position.

Preferred Education and Experience:

  1. Ability to read and understand basic blueprints
  2. Lift Truck Operators License preferred (training available)

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
None

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.


Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law.  This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters.  All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member.  Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members.  Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership.  Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

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