Production Assembly Technician
Star International Holdings · Smithville, TN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Production
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 12 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level production role at Star International Holdings (industrial) in Smithville, TN.
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $59k–$91k.
Median of the low and high ends of 81 live postings that list pay, out of 1262 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 49 other live production postings in Tennessee.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 88%
- Lean 42%
- 5S 22%
- Root cause 22%
- Cost reduction 20%
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This plant: Star International Holdings in Smithville
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Requirements
Job
High school diploma or equivalent experience
Proficient reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, assembly instructions, and bills of material
Excellent communication skills
Able to work with others in a team environment
Able to lift 50LB, bend, stoop, twist, walk, and stand for extended periods
Additional information
Starting Rate of $17.73/hr ($1.50 shift premium)
Benefits beginning 1st of the month following first 60 days.
About Middleby
The Middleby Corporation (NASDAQ:MIDD) is the largest global manufacturer of commercial cooking equipment. The well-known brands of Middleby are used in restaurants, from quick service to fine dining and institutional foodservice such as hospitals and schools. Middleby customers in the Commercial Foodservice Equipment Group include YUM! Brands, Dunkin’, Burger King, Domino’s, Five Guys, Kroger, and many others.
EOE M/F/D/V - Star Manufacturing International, Inc. is a Drug-free and Tobacco-free Campus
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Description
The Production Assembly Technician reports to the Team Leader and assembles parts into finished commercial foodservice equipment.
Summary
Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to determine material, tools, and equipment needed
Correct use of handheld tools, pneumatic tools, and assembly fixtures
Read and interpret wiring diagrams to wire electrical components
Use various measuring, locating, and testing tools
Maximize throughput while minimizing scrap and material losses
Perform quality checks and appearance checks of material and finished goods
Willing to cross-train in other assembly areas when necessary to meet changing customer demand
Follow all safety procedures, support a culture of a safe and healthy workplace
Maintain proper housekeeping of work center