How to hire an advanced manufacturing associate

How to hire an advanced manufacturing associate, step by step

Here's a step-by-step advanced manufacturing associate hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an advanced manufacturing associate job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new advanced manufacturing associate
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your advanced manufacturing associate job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an advanced manufacturing associate for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   An advanced manufacturing associate's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, advanced manufacturing associates from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of advanced manufacturing associate salaries for various roles:

   Type of Advanced Manufacturing Associate	Description	Hourly rate
   Advanced Manufacturing Associate	Assemblers and fabricators assemble finished products and the parts that go into them. They use tools, machines, and their hands to make engines, computers, aircraft, ships, boats, toys, electronic devices, control panels, and more.	$20-52
   Support Team Member	A support team member is responsible for assisting and connecting with the whole department group in meeting the company's goals and exceeding performance expectations. Support team members' duties generally include performing administrative tasks, familiarizing and adhering to the company's policies and procedures, providing recommendations for improving customer's experience, developing strategies to increase the company's revenue and profitability, and maintaining a positive work ethic... Show more	$10-17
   Assembly Inspector	An assembly inspector is primarily in charge of inspecting products, usually furniture and fixtures, to ensure compliance with production standards. Their responsibilities typically include examining surfaces to identify any dents or damages, conducting measurements and assessments, marking identified issues, reviewing documentation, and maintaining records, producing detailed reports for teams and managers... Show more	$10-16

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Donor Database
   • Alumni Relations
   • Financial Reports
   • Event Planning
   • Gift Entry
   • Sales Floor
   • Gift Processing
   • Press Releases
   • Capital Campaign
   • Troubleshoot
   • Assembly Line
   • Event Logistics
   • Quality Checks
   • Secret Service

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the sale of smoothies at different educational institutes while interacting with hundreds of students and ensuring their happiness and satisfaction.
   • Work to ensure compliant to GMP, ISO and FDA regulations.
   • Assist multinational financial institutions in regulatory compliance and operational improvement with a primary focus on AML.
   • Maintained/Update biographic and demographic alumni information.
   • Follow general safety rules, manufacturing procedures, company policies and procedures, QSR and ISO regulations.
   • Procure and control raw material inventory, quarantine pending QC inventory, and labele and move final product for shipment.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your advanced manufacturing associate job description helps attract top candidates to the position. An advanced manufacturing associate salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for an advanced manufacturing associate in Arkansas may be lower than in New York, and an entry-level advanced manufacturing associate usually earns less than a senior-level advanced manufacturing associate. Additionally, an advanced manufacturing associate with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average advanced manufacturing associate salary

   $69,667yearly

   $33.49 hourly rate

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   Entry-level advanced manufacturing associate salary

   $43,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 30, 2026

   Average advanced manufacturing associate salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$99,762	$48
   2	New York	$94,449	$45
   3	Michigan	$88,932	$43
   4	Oregon	$83,128	$40
   5	New Jersey	$79,879	$38
   6	Massachusetts	$79,053	$38
   7	Maryland	$78,823	$38
   8	North Carolina	$75,455	$36
   9	Virginia	$75,137	$36
   10	Wisconsin	$74,954	$36
   11	Iowa	$74,928	$36
   12	Pennsylvania	$74,439	$36
   13	Ohio	$74,148	$36
   14	Illinois	$74,001	$36
   15	Minnesota	$73,834	$36
   16	District of Columbia	$71,993	$35
   17	Nevada	$69,223	$33
   18	Arizona	$68,257	$33
   19	Indiana	$67,746	$33
   20	Georgia	$66,184	$32

   Average advanced manufacturing associate salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	The Commonwealth Fund	$107,162	$51.52
   2	KPMG LLP	$95,702	$46.01	3
   3	Prologis	$92,360	$44.40
   4	Beckman Coulter	$89,138	$42.85
   5	Kaiser Permanente	$86,789	$41.73	5
   6	Aon	$83,462	$40.13	9
   7	Smithsonian Institution	$82,511	$39.67
   8	Wpp Us Holdings Inc	$80,554	$38.73
   9	Lockheed Martin	$79,337	$38.14	245
   10	Cardinal Health	$75,996	$36.54	24
   11	Curry College	$75,517	$36.31
   12	University of Michigan	$73,303	$35.24	1
   13	Hewitt	$73,250	$35.22
   14	Iowa State University	$65,116	$31.31
   15	Citrine Informatics	$63,782	$30.66
   16	MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION OF OHKY & IN	$63,642	$30.60
   17	System Soft Technologies India Pvt	$63,637	$30.59
   18	Wavemaker	$63,619	$30.59
   19	Optimal Strategix Group	$63,503	$30.53
   20	University of Virginia	$63,482	$30.52

4. Writing an advanced manufacturing associate job description

   A good advanced manufacturing associate job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an advanced manufacturing associate job description:

   Advanced manufacturing associate job description example

   **Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!**
   
   Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.
   
   With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.
   
   **Job Benefits**
   
   + Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
   
   + MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, mountain shuttles AND during the summer on bike haul, golf and other activities
   
   + 401(k) Retirement Plan
   
   + Employee Assistance Program
   
   + Excellent training and professional development
   
   + Referral Program
   
   Seasonal Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
   
   + Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
   
   + Free ski passes for dependents
   
   + Critical Illness and Accident plans
   
   Responsible for assisting guests with boot selection, proper fit, stance, balancing, alignment and custom footbeds. Describes and promotes products in line with customers' expressed needs. Places guests in properly fitting demo equipment. Conducts inventory of demo equipment. Demonstrates complete knowledge of ski boots, all aspects of foot function, and is able to perform all boot work. Functions independently with little or no guidance. Requires extensive experience, background, training and/or bootfitting certification. May train new and existing associate positions.
   
   **Responsibilities include:**
   
   + Serve customers by developing a rapport, building customer confidence, providing accurate information, and promoting product through point of sale
   
   + Properly identify customer riding ability, have general understanding of basic foot identification and measurements (length, width, overall shape, size, etc.)
   
   + Demonstrate knowledge of products and inventory to ensure customer satisfaction.
   
   + Communicate effectively with customers, teach as well as listen on all levels
   
   + Responsible for increasing sales, units per transaction, transaction size and high levels of profitability in day to day activities and sales
   
   + Serve as a resource and knowledge base for new and existing employees by providing support, training and feedback
   
   The budgeted range starts at $22 - $26. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
   
   _Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law._
   

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right advanced manufacturing associate for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your advanced manufacturing associate job on Zippia to find and recruit advanced manufacturing associate candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting advanced manufacturing associates requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new advanced manufacturing associate

   Once you've found the advanced manufacturing associate candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new advanced manufacturing associate. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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