Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate

Location:

Mount Prospect, IL, US, 60056

Business Unit: Telular

Posting Date: Aug 25, 2026

Job Description:

Telular is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Production Associate to support the assembly, disassembly, inspection, and testing of electronic products and components. This position plays a critical role in ensuring product quality and operational efficiency while working in a collaborative manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble, disassemble, inspect, and test products and components according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Follow written work instructions, test procedures, and verbal direction accurately and consistently.
• Perform visual inspections to ensure products meet quality specifications.
• Identify and promptly report defective materials, components, or products to the Supervisor or Team Lead.
• Utilize hand tools and testing equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate work records and adhere to production schedules.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain an organized work area.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve daily production goals.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Production Supervisor.

Qualifications:

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to multiple assembly, disassembly, and testing processes.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and procedures.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred

• 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, or assembly environment.
• Experience using hand tools and working with electronic or mechanical products.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a warehouse and manufacturing setting.
• Production associates may be exposed to varying noise levels and moving equipment typical of a manufacturing environment.
• Production associates are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and kneel throughout the workday.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle small parts and tools.
• Ability to distinguish colors, markings, and product components.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials as required by the position.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions associated with assembly and testing activities

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 35,000

Salary Maximum: 45,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

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