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1st Shift Assembly

Cherry Valley, IL 61016

Posted: 06/29/2026 Job Number: 811654 Pay Rate: 19.00 Industry: Chemical

Job Description

Position Title: Assembly

Wage: $19.00 per hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm

QPS Employment Group has a great Assembly position available at a company in Cherry Valley, IL. This is a 1st shift position with the opportunity for hire. 

Assembly Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assemble products and components according to specifications, work instructions, and engineering drawings.
- Follow established testing, assembly, and quality procedures.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
- Communicate production issues, quality concerns, and continuous improvement ideas to leadership.
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and management directives.
- Participate in required training, workshops, and safety programs.
- Support team objectives and assist with other production-related activities as assigned.
- Work on manufacturing orders as assigned by the Operations Manager and/or Operations Lead.
- Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and assembly instructions.
- Assemble mechanical and electrical components to required specifications.
- Perform panel wiring and basic electrical assembly tasks.
- Cut, glue, and assemble PVC piping and related components.
- Apply paint and coatings as required by product specifications.
- Operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, and manually operated material handling equipment.
- Operate powered material handling equipment when authorized and trained.
- Conduct product testing and inspections according to established procedures.
- Verify completed assemblies meet quality and production standards.
- Report equipment malfunctions, material shortages, and production concerns promptly.

Assembly Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment preferred.
- Prior blueprint and mechanical drawing reading experience preferred.
- Previous assembly experience preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Basic mathematical skills.
- Ability to interpret written, oral, and diagram-based instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity and the ability to work with hands and small components.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to safely operate hand tools and pneumatic tools.
- Ability to perform repetitive assembly tasks while maintaining quality standards.
- Ability to maintain production standards.

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About us:
QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!
 
Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process
 
Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee!
 
Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.
 
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
 
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