Assembly Specialist Job Listing at Kelly Services in Plymouth, MN (Job ID US3621792_BH10022272)

Description

Location: Plymouth, MN 
Schedule: Monday–Thursday | 4:30 AM – 3:00 PM 
Pay Rate: $19.50/hr 
Type: Temp-to-Hire (based on performance) 

Grow with Kelly® 

At Kelly®, we believe in helping great people continuously grow, learn, and evolve. We're hiring an Assembly Specialist to join a leading manufacturing facility in Plymouth, MN. 

If you're detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills and build a career with a company that values your contribution. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Operate high-speed, large-scale automated assembly machines safely and efficiently. 

• Perform complex repairs and major adjustments to assembly equipment, including setups and changeovers. 

• Conduct quality checks according to the Quality Inspection Plan (QIP) and document measurements per specifications. 

• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly preventive and routine maintenance tasks. 

• Identify and resolve machine faults, clear jams, restart production, and package finished products. 

• Perform tooling adjustments (e.g., sharpening, conditioning, checking pin height, bend and insertion stations). 

• Replace components such as sensors, punches, dies, air cylinders, belts, and other machine parts as needed. 

• Use measurement tools including height indicators, gauges, and microscopes for precision checks. 

Qualifications 

• 1+ year of experience in assembly, machine operation, or a related manufacturing role. 

• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues. 

• Familiarity with hand tools and precision measuring instruments. 

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards. 

• Ability to work in a standing position for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs as needed. 
  
  Summary of the role 

The Assembly Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the efficient and accurate operation of automated assembly machinery. This position focuses on producing high-quality components through precision setup, operation, and maintenance of equipment. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve production issues to keep operations running smoothly. 

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Put your skills to work.

There are a lot of different light industrial jobs out there. Kelly® Professional & Industrial recruiters are focused on only offering opportunities with companies that provide competitive pay, safe work environments, and cultures that recognize your value. Whether you're looking for flexible shifts, performance bonuses, or a progressive work culture—we're dedicated to finding the very best opportunities for you.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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