Assemblers are one of the final people in the production process. You will help designers bring their product plans to life. You will work as part of a production team. You will be required to follow detailed instructions and use custom tools. It can be a tedious and repetitive role but it helps to prepare you for a career in manufacturing.
Assemblers typically work standard manufacturing hours. You will work shifts. These could be around the clock depending on your employer’s production schedule. You will be assigned a workstation or work as part of an assembly line and perform repetitive tasks. You will be expected to meet a defined production standard and production quota as assigned by your shift supervisor.
Assembler jobs are a great launching point for a career in production. You can move into jobs involving welding and custom fabrication or work as a machine operator. Some move into quality control and inspection positions.
Assembler jobs in the Trois-Rivieres area pay between $14 and $20 per hour. The average salary is about $16 per hour. Here is a breakdown of the salary scale for this job:
annual: $33,280
monthly: $2,560
weekly: $640
hourly: $16
lowest salary: $14 per hour
average salary: $16 per hour
highest salary: $20 per hour
junior salary: $14-$16 per hour
intermediate salary: $15-$17 per hour
senior salary: $16-$20 per hour
As an assembler, you need to consistently and accurately build products and parts as specified by your employer. Here are your main responsibilities and daily tasks:
Assemblers are needed in a variety of industries. You can work for companies of all sizes. Some of the most common industries to work in include construction, textiles, manufacturing, food production, and electronics.
Assemblers need to be detail-focused and consistent to be successful in the job. Here are the skills, knowledge and training you require to work as an assembler:
To qualify for assembler roles you will need a minimum of a high school diploma. However, many employers require some related college or technical school training. Previous experience in a production-related role is an asset.