Assemblers and Fabricators, All Other
Assemblers and fabricators in this category put together parts and components into finished products using hand tools, power tools, or machinery. They work in manufacturing facilities across industries—automotive, electronics, appliances, and others—following blueprints and specifications to ensure quality and accuracy.
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A day in the work
A typical day involves receiving work instructions, inspecting parts for defects, and using tools or machines to join, cut, or shape materials. Workers may repeat the same assembly tasks throughout a shift, test completed units for functionality, document their work, and communicate with supervisors about problems or production schedules. Tasks vary depending on the specific product and industry.
Who this work suits
You do well in this work if you have steady hands, can follow detailed instructions precisely, and find satisfaction in hands-on problem-solving. You tend to be reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable with repetitive tasks that require consistent quality and accuracy.
What it takes
Who is hiring
Openings right now
- Stacking Assembler · Teledyne Technologies · Rancho Cordova, Sacramento County · $39,000–$52,000
- Fabricator · Interior Logic Group · Sacramento, Sacramento County · $43,680–$45,760
- COMPOSITE/PLASTIC FABRICATOR · Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command · Hill AFB, Utah · $64572–$75341
Openings are read from employers’ own career pages and public job boards and change daily. Search all openings (free account) to filter by distance, pay and how well you qualify.
Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $46,580 | $50,330 | $56,310 | 80 |
| Hawaii | $42,590 | $49,630 | $70,720 | 420 |
| Alaska | $38,810 | $49,390 | $62,180 | 220 |
| Nevada | $44,430 | $49,050 | $63,070 | 11,290 |
| Iowa | $42,760 | $48,920 | $52,400 | 19,540 |
| Washington | $44,110 | $48,260 | $58,610 | 16,990 |
| Kentucky | $38,170 | $47,950 | $59,730 | 47,320 |
| California | $40,160 | $47,720 | $60,070 | 98,390 |
| North Dakota | $45,210 | $47,250 | $58,880 | 4,410 |
| New Hampshire | $40,580 | $46,940 | $55,600 | 6,130 |
| Minnesota | $41,730 | $46,920 | $53,870 | 44,810 |
| Oregon | $40,380 | $46,910 | $52,190 | 11,120 |
All 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico
Training
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O*NET-SOC 51-2099.00 · O*NET OnLine. Pay: BLS OEWS May 2025, annual, U.S. Employment counts are national.