Assembler Jobs in Arlington, TX
Assembler jobs in Arlington run from auto-supplier lines near GM Arlington Assembly to switchgear benches and aircraft plants just west in Fort Worth. Posted starting pay sits around $16 to $22 an hour, with premiums on later shifts. Here are the current openings, then who is hiring and what it pays.
Current assembler Openings in Arlington, TX
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Assembler Work in Arlington
Arlington's assembly work is shaped by GM Arlington Assembly at 2525 E Abram St, which has built full-size SUVs since 1954 and today turns out the Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon and Escalade. The plant sits at the edge of the Great Southwest Industrial District, and suppliers such as International Automotive Components (IAC) staff production assembly, material handling and quality jobs at their own Arlington plants on all three shifts.
The second big pool of assembler work is a short drive west on I-30 or I-20 in Fort Worth, where Siemens builds low-voltage switchgear and power panels and Lockheed Martin Aeronautics assembles aircraft. Those jobs ask for more blueprint reading and pay more as a result. Arlington has no fixed-route bus, so most assemblers drive; plan your commute around shift times before you apply.
Top Arlington Employers Hiring Assemblers
These employers have posted assembler roles in Arlington or the nearby Fort Worth area:
- International Automotive Components (IAC) - the Arlington auto-interiors supplier is hiring Production Assembly on 2nd shift (2pm to 10pm) at $16 or more an hour, alongside forklift and parts-packer roles.
- Siemens - the Fort Worth plant hires Assembler I on 1st and 2nd shift to build low-voltage switchgear, switchboards and power panels, posted at $18.11 to $21.74 an hour plus a 5% second-shift differential.
- Lockheed Martin - Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Fort Worth posted an Assembler Aircraft - Electrical opening in 2026 for crimping, soldering and fuel-tank sealing work.
- Bell - Bell's careers site lists Dallas/Fort Worth among its locations, with a Manufacturing job family that covers production roles.
Assembler Salaries in Arlington
- Entry level: about $16 to $19 an hour for production assembly and Assembler I roles.
- Experienced: roughly $19 to $24 an hour, often with a second-shift premium of about 5%.
- Senior / lead or aircraft assembly: about $25 to $32 an hour.
These are estimates built from posted DFW pay at IAC and Siemens and from BLS May 2025 national figures, which put the median for assemblers and fabricators at $45,450 a year ($21.85 an hour), with the top 10% above $67,440, and aircraft structure and systems assemblers at a $65,380 median. Pay moves with the industry (aerospace and electrical equipment pay more than general assembly), the shift, your blueprint skills, and whether you are hired direct or through a staffing agency.
How to Become an Assembler in Arlington
Most assembler jobs need a high school diploma or GED and the ability to stand, lift and keep pace for a full shift; many entry roles train on the job. Texas does not license assemblers. Higher-paying roles such as Siemens Assembler I ask you to read blueprints, bills of materials and one-line diagrams. Tarrant County College's South Campus in Fort Worth offers a Manufacturing Technology certificate (44 credit hours, about $3,256 in-county for 2026-27) and an Industrial Technician program, and Arlington ISD students can start in the Manufacturing cluster at the Dan Dipert Career and Technical Center on Browning Drive.
What the Job Involves
Assemblers build parts and finished products with hand and power tools at a station or on a moving line, following work orders and production schedules. Daily tasks include scanning work orders, gathering parts from bills of materials, fastening and wiring components, checking units against specifications, reporting defects, and packing finished units for shipping. Safety gear and steady attendance are part of every shift.
Skills Employers Look For
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
- Reading blueprints, work instructions and bills of materials
- Safe use of hand and power tools
- Attention to quality and spotting nonconforming parts
- Stamina to stand and lift for a full shift
- Reliable attendance, including nights and overtime
Career Path and Advancement
In Arlington, assemblers often move from production assembly into lead assembler, quality roles such as CMM operator, or material handling and forklift work, all of which IAC posts locally. With added training, the ladder runs to industrial maintenance technician or supervisor, and assemblers who learn electrical work can step up to switchgear or aircraft assembly in Fort Worth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a license to be an assembler in Texas?
No. Texas does not license assemblers. Most employers ask for a high school diploma or GED, and many train new hires on the job.
How much do assemblers make in Arlington?
Entry assembler jobs in the Arlington area are posted at about $16 to $19 an hour, and experienced assemblers earn roughly $19 to $24. Aircraft and lead roles can reach about $25 to $32 an hour.
What shifts do Arlington assemblers work?
Plants here run multiple shifts. IAC's Production Assembly job runs 2pm to 10pm, and Siemens in Fort Worth hires on 1st and 2nd shift with a 5% differential for 2nd shift.
Do I need experience to get hired as an assembler?
Not usually for entry roles. Production assembly jobs often train you on the job, while switchgear and aircraft assembly favor applicants who can read blueprints and use power tools confidently.
Can I get to Arlington factory jobs without a car?
It is hard. Arlington has no fixed-route bus, and the city's Arlington On-Demand rideshare runs Monday to Friday 6am to 9pm and Saturday 9am to 9pm, with no Sunday service, so it does not cover most late-shift end times.
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