How to hire an assembler/packager

How to hire an assembler/packager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assembler/packager hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an assembler/packager, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them an assembler/packager to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire an assembler/packager that fits the bill.

   This list presents assembler/packager salaries for various positions.

   Type of Assembler/Packager	Description	Hourly rate
   Assembler/Packager	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.	$11-18
   Manufacturing Team Member	Manufacturing team members are employees who are part of the group or department that fulfills the manufacturing need of the company or plant. They are trained workers who are familiar with the needs of the organization... Show more	$11-19
   Production Team Member	A production team member is responsible for performing duties in manufacturing and industrial processes, conducting quality check procedures for the outputs, and inspecting the efficiency of items before distribution. Production team members operate various equipment and machinery, requiring them to ensure that the equipment works in the best state to avoid potential hazards and delay in operations... Show more	$10-17

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Basic Math
   • Defective Products
   • Hand Tools
   • Assembly Line
   • Quality Checks
   • Warehouse Environment
   • ISO
   • GMP
   • Pallet Jack
   • Clean Room Environment
   • Assembly Process
   • Safety Regulations
   • Medical Devices
   • Line Clearance

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Create, customize, automate software installation of applications using WiseStudio / InstallShield by VMware.
   • Ensure all files, folders, and registry keys of the application would be remove on uninstall.
   • Create (MST), patches (MSP) and write custom action according to the package requirement.
   • Ensure all files, folders, and registry keys of the application to remove on uninstall for a clean uninstall.
   • Excel in interpreting detail aligning units using jigs and fixtures, and inspecting complete components to ensure conformance to specifications.
   • Manufacture automobile air conditioner compressors for Honda

   More assembler/packager duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your assembler/packager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An assembler/packager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, assembler/packagers' average salary in florida is 40% less than in oregon.
   • Seniority. Entry-level assembler/packagers 37% less than senior-level assembler/packagers.
   • Certifications. An assembler/packager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an assembler/packager's salary.

   Average assembler/packager salary

   $14.82hourly

   $30,833 yearly

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   Entry-level assembler/packager salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average assembler/packager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$35,651	$17
   2	California	$34,886	$17
   3	Utah	$34,566	$17
   4	Minnesota	$33,251	$16
   5	Wisconsin	$32,651	$16
   6	Michigan	$31,870	$15
   7	Pennsylvania	$31,580	$15
   8	Idaho	$31,051	$15
   9	Iowa	$30,518	$15
   10	Kansas	$29,886	$14
   11	Arizona	$29,319	$14
   12	Texas	$25,241	$12
   13	Tennessee	$25,205	$12
   14	North Carolina	$24,731	$12
   15	South Carolina	$24,459	$12
   16	Florida	$21,918	$11

   Average assembler/packager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Scientific Games	$37,445	$18.00	8
   2	Medtronic	$37,177	$17.87	1
   3	Bausch + Lomb	$36,424	$17.51	6
   4	BrassCraft	$35,644	$17.14	1
   5	Danaher	$35,365	$17.00	5
   6	Masco	$34,653	$16.66
   7	UPS	$33,888	$16.29
   8	Quanex Building Products	$33,855	$16.28	10
   9	Pacific Medical	$33,592	$16.15
   10	Westside	$32,648	$15.70	2
   11	Brady	$32,484	$15.62
   12	Dynatronics	$31,780	$15.28
   13	Remedy Intelligent Staffing	$31,581	$15.18
   14	Infinium	$31,557	$15.17	1
   15	Advantage xPO	$31,371	$15.08
   16	Kelly Services	$31,338	$15.07	100
   17	MPS Technical	$31,244	$15.02
   18	Watts Water Technologies	$31,099	$14.95	2
   19	Aerotek	$31,029	$14.92	590
   20	Caliper Family of Companies	$30,996	$14.90

4. Writing an assembler/packager job description

   An assembler/packager job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an assembler/packager job description:

   Assembler/packager job description example

   Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.
   
   MTD Products Inc and its subsidiaries are wholly owned by Stanley Black & Decker Inc. At MTD Products, we do more than just design, manufacture, market, and sell outdoor power equipment. We are an industry leader driven by a greater purpose to inspire people to care for and enjoy the outdoors. Founded in 1932 and headquartered in Valley City, Ohio, MTD is a global company known for innovation and award-winning lawn mowers, snow blowers and other equipment for both residential and professional markets. Our family of brands includes Cub Cadet , Troy-Bilt , Robomow , Rover , and WOLF-Garten .
   
   What You'll Do
   
   As a Production Order Processor, you'll be part of our team located in Shelby, OH.
   
   You'll get to:
   
   * Verify parts supplied match the part number and description of the parts called out in the shop pack
   * Check all shop packs for SPI's (Special Instructions), VSPI's and visuals prior to assembling and packaging any job.
   * Ensure the finished product meets quality standards before and after packaging.
   * Complete day-by-hour tracking.
   * Responsible for daily 6S activities, such as housekeeping, maintaining an organized and safe work area, and any appropriate paperwork/check sheets.
   * Read set-up instructions and run jobs in assigned area.
   
   Who You Are
   
   You always strive to do a good job…but wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality - at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it.
   
   You also have:
   
   * Ability to use all required tools/equipment in the area.
   * Ability to lift up to 40 pounds repeatedly.
   * Ability to read and follow written instructions and adhere to verbal instructions.
   * Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of the organization.
   * Ability to work, contribute and succeed in a team environment.
   
   What You'll Receive
   
   You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan:
   
   * Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
   * Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
   
   What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools and storage company and #2 security solutions provider, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We're visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!
   
   All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find assembler/packagers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your assembler/packager job on Zippia to find and recruit assembler/packager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with assembler/packager candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   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 assembler/packager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the assembler/packager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   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.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is 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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