How to hire an assembler & quality control

How to hire an assembler & quality control, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assembler & quality control 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 & quality control job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new assembler & quality control
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the assembler & quality control you need to hire. Certain assembler & quality control roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   An assembler & quality control's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, assemblers & quality control 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.

   The following list breaks down different types of assemblers & quality control and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Assembler & Quality Control	Description	Hourly rate
   Assembler & Quality Control	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 Assembler	A manufacturing assembler is primarily responsible for assembling products according to technical guidelines and schematics, preparing them for public releases. Their responsibilities revolve around adhering to the directives of managers and supervisors, operating tools and devices, coordinating with quality-control officers and other manufacturing staff, and performing quick and efficient repairs on any materials or products... Show more	$10-17
   Wire Harness Assembler	Wire harness assemblers are tasked with binding wires to form wire harnesses, which are typically used in electrical systems and electronic equipment. They read electrical wiring schemes and binds wires together using sleeves, cable lacing, cable ties, and electrical conduits... Show more	$11-18

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Part Numbers
   • Quality Checks
   • Assembly Line
   • Safety Guidelines
   • Control Panels
   • R
   • Quality Inspection
   • Electrical Components
   • Quality Standards
   • Circuit Boards
   • Tape Measure
   • Soldering Irons
   • ISO
   • CNC

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   Responsibilities:

   • Serve as an internal ISO auditor.
   • Adhere to all ISO procedures and departmental for safety and hazardous material.
   • Read and interpret blueprints and check critical dimensions by using measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers and indicators.
   • Perform QC tests on products including HPLC, UV, and melting point.
   • Follow schematic attach on the BOM and verify all parts are complete and ready to be assemble.
   • Read and interpret drawings, schematics, BOM's and written work instructions require to complete assemblies.

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3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, assemblers & quality control' average salary in georgia is 33% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level assemblers & quality control 39% less than senior-level assemblers & quality control.
   • Certifications. An assembler & quality control 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 & quality control's salary.

   Average assembler & quality control salary

   $14.33hourly

   $29,802 yearly

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   Entry-level assembler & quality control salary

   $23,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average assembler & quality control salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Nevada	$33,621	$16
   2	Colorado	$32,020	$15
   3	Illinois	$30,609	$15
   4	Pennsylvania	$30,161	$15
   5	Indiana	$29,980	$14
   6	North Carolina	$26,461	$13
   7	Texas	$26,390	$13
   8	Georgia	$23,888	$11

   Average assembler & quality control salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Eaton	$36,818	$17.70	151
   2	Rolls-Royce	$34,178	$16.43	20
   3	Advanced Solutions, Inc.	$33,294	$16.01
   4	System One	$30,079	$14.46	64
   5	Randstad North America, Inc.	$29,282	$14.08	8
   6	Kelly Services	$29,054	$13.97	161
   7	Aerotek	$28,178	$13.55	703
   8	Remedy Intelligent Staffing	$27,910	$13.42
   9	Express Employment Indy South	$27,269	$13.11	28
   10	NESCO	$26,367	$12.68	1
   11	R.M. Schulte & Associates	$25,507	$12.26	2

4. Writing an assembler & quality control job description

   An assembler & quality control 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. Below, you can find an example of an assembler & quality control job description:

   Assembler & quality control job description example

   **Job searching is a lot better with someone in your corner.** Kelly Professional & Industrial is hiring for Hanes Brands in Clarksville, AR for Assembly Workers and Quality Control Positions
   **Pay and Schedule**
   
   + $12.50 - $13.00 hourly
   
   + 2nd and 3rd shift openings
   
   **What you will be doing:**
   
   + Responsible for auditing dyed hosiery for defects.
   
   + Requires repetitive wrist, finger, arm and shoulder movement.
   
   + Some positions require material handling
   
   **WHY SHOULD YOU WORKER HERE?**
   
   + Clean, climate controlled work environment
   
   + Paid Breaks
   
   + Kelly Referral program and full time opportunities!
   
   **What happens next**
   
   Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry-even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.
   
   **APPLY NOW** and a Kelly recruiter will contact you immediately!
   
   \#P1
   
   **Get a complete career fit with Kelly** ** ** **.**
   
   You're looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we're here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your career.
   
   **About Kelly** ** **
   
   At Kelly, we're always thinking about what's next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we're a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live (plus, did we mention we provide a ton of benefits ?). Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world.
   
   Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center.
   Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right assembler & quality control 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 assembler & quality control job on Zippia to find and recruit assembler & quality control candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit assemblers & quality control, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   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 assembler & quality control

   Once you've selected the best assembler & quality control candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with 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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