Automotive Assembler Jobs in Arlington, TX

Arlington is a genuine auto-manufacturing town: GM Arlington Assembly has built vehicles here since 1954 and today runs three shifts turning out full-size SUVs like the Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade. That single plant employs thousands of hourly UAW assemblers, and its suppliers ring the city, so assembler work here is steadier and better-paid than in most metros.

Current assembler Openings in Arlington, TX

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Top Arlington Employers Hiring Automotive Assemblers

The plant and its supplier network drive most assembler hiring in the area.

• GM Arlington Assembly - full-size SUV assembly line, UAW hourly team members across three shifts.
• Faurecia (Forvia) - seating and interior systems supplied direct to the GM line.
• Android Industries - sub-assembly and sequencing modules feeding the plant.
• Lear Corporation - seating and electrical distribution assembly.
• Inteva Products - interior components and closures assembly.
• Local staffing agencies - temp-to-hire pipelines that feed GM suppliers.

Automotive Assembler Salaries in Arlington

• Entry level: about $16 to $20 per hour at suppliers and temp-to-hire roles.
• Experienced: about $20 to $28 per hour, higher on the GM UAW wage scale.
• Senior / top scale: $30+ per hour for full-scale UAW team members with seniority, plus shift premiums.

These are estimates that vary by employer, shift, and union status. GM UAW roles typically add medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) or pension component, paid time off, and overtime pay, which is common when the plant runs at capacity.

How to Become an Automotive Assembler in Arlington

Most assembler jobs require a high school diploma or GED and the ability to pass a drug screen and background check. No state license is required. Many workers start through a staffing agency at a GM supplier, prove reliable attendance, and get hired on direct. Tarrant County College offers manufacturing and industrial technology coursework that helps, and GM hires directly through its careers site and hiring events when it adds a shift. Reliable attendance and the ability to keep line pace are what actually get people hired and kept.

What the Job Involves

Assemblers install parts on vehicles or sub-assemblies as they move down a moving line, using hand and power tools, torque guns, and fixtures to a fixed takt time. The work is repetitive, physical, and standing for full shifts, often with mandatory overtime. Quality checks, following standardized work, and hitting cycle time on every unit are the core of the job.

Skills Employers Look For

• Reliable attendance and punctuality (the single most valued trait on a line)
• Manual dexterity and steady hand-eye coordination
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds for full shifts
• Comfort with power tools, torque guns, and standardized work
• Attention to quality and safety, including lockout/tagout awareness
• Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime

Career Path and Advancement

Assemblers who show reliability and skill move up to team leader, then to quality inspector, material handler, or skilled-trades apprenticeships (electrician, millwright, tool and die) that pay significantly more. At GM, seniority and the UAW skilled-trades path are the classic route up. Cross-training across stations and volunteering for the harder jobs is how people get noticed.

Related Careers in Arlington

If you are exploring assembly work, these related Arlington roles are worth a look.

• Automotive Production Technician Jobs
• Quality Control Inspector Jobs
• Materials Handler Jobs
• Stamping Press Operator Jobs

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need a license or certificate to be an automotive assembler in Arlington?

No. Texas does not license automotive assemblers. You need a high school diploma or GED and must pass a drug screen and background check. Any certificates in manufacturing or forklift operation are a plus but not required.

How long does it take to become an automotive assembler?

You can start almost immediately once hired, since most training happens on the line. Reaching full proficiency at your station usually takes a few weeks. Getting hired direct at GM after starting through a supplier or agency can take several months of proven attendance.

What is the shift and overtime pay like at Arlington auto plants?

GM Arlington runs multiple shifts, and when demand is high, mandatory overtime and Saturday work are common. Overtime is paid at time-and-a-half, and off-shifts often carry a shift premium, which is why annual earnings can run well above the base hourly rate.

Can you do automotive assembly work remotely in Arlington?

No. Assembly is entirely on-site line work at the plant or supplier facility. There is no remote option for this role.

Which Arlington employer pays automotive assemblers the most?

GM Arlington Assembly, on the UAW wage scale, generally pays the most for direct hourly team members once you factor in the full progression, shift premiums, overtime, and benefits. Suppliers typically start lower but can be a faster way in the door.

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