How to hire an assembly inspector

How to hire an assembly inspector, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assembly inspector hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The assembly inspector hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   An assembly inspector's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, assembly inspectors 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 assembly inspectors and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Assembly Inspector	Description	Hourly rate
   Assembly Inspector	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.	$10-16
   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:

   • Hand Tools
   • Line Assembly
   • Inspection Results
   • RF
   • Circuit Boards
   • Safety Policies
   • IPC
   • Jigs
   • FAA
   • QA
   • Quality Products
   • Engineering Drawings
   • Quality Checks
   • Dial Indicators

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   Responsibilities:

   • Inventory and manage all stock products within a retail warehousing environment utilizing RF scanner and barcode readers to document material.
   • Pack and label them for the Cnc process, then ship out.
   • Learn and comply with ISO standards for quality.
   • Assemble catheter that meets all quality and safety requirements.
   • Inspect Honda and Toyota oil seals before going out to workshops.
   • Conduct diamond tip tool changes and adjust programs on CNC lathe.

   More assembly inspector duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the assembly inspector job description is a good way to get more applicants. An assembly inspector salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for an assembly inspector in Tennessee may be lower than in Washington, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level assembly inspector. Additionally, an assembly inspector with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average assembly inspector salary

   $13.76hourly

   $28,624 yearly

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   Entry-level assembly inspector salary

   $22,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

   Average assembly inspector salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$33,222	$16
   2	Washington	$33,121	$16
   3	Oregon	$32,882	$16
   4	Michigan	$30,839	$15
   5	New York	$29,332	$14
   6	Minnesota	$29,279	$14
   7	Colorado	$29,149	$14
   8	Missouri	$28,660	$14
   9	Connecticut	$27,948	$13
   10	Maryland	$27,647	$13
   11	Virginia	$27,343	$13
   12	Ohio	$26,346	$13
   13	Kansas	$24,913	$12
   14	Arkansas	$24,782	$12
   15	South Carolina	$24,027	$12
   16	North Carolina	$22,718	$11
   17	Texas	$22,496	$11
   18	Tennessee	$22,493	$11
   19	Florida	$21,880	$11

   Average assembly inspector salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Northrop Grumman	$37,741	$18.14	22
   2	Lockheed Martin	$35,116	$16.88	90
   3	Triumph Group	$34,908	$16.78	9
   4	Raytheon Technologies	$34,619	$16.64	30
   5	Techtronic Industries TTI	$32,366	$15.56	14
   6	Terumo Medical	$31,302	$15.05
   7	Selmet	$31,260	$15.03
   8	Volt Systems LLC	$31,220	$15.01
   9	Collabera	$31,038	$14.92	7
   10	Spirit AeroSystems	$30,235	$14.54
   11	Minnesota Rubber & Plastics	$29,985	$14.42
   12	Newell Brands	$29,531	$14.20	7
   13	Remedy Intelligent Staffing	$29,422	$14.15
   14	Eastridge Workforce Solutions	$29,391	$14.13
   15	Nordson	$29,242	$14.06	8
   16	Aerotek	$29,084	$13.98	455
   17	Kelly Services	$29,056	$13.97	85
   18	Adecco	$28,656	$13.78	556
   19	ManpowerGroup	$28,589	$13.74	139
   20	RBC Bearings	$28,322	$13.62	6

4. Writing an assembly inspector job description

   An assembly inspector 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 assembly inspector job description:

   Assembly inspector job description example

   Staffmark has Assembly positions open for 3rd shift starting at $14.50 per hour with increases periodically. These positions will train on 1st shift from 7:30am to 3:30pm for several weeks.
   Job Requirements / Qualifications:
   • High school diploma or GED required
   • An acceptable level of mechanical aptitude
   • An acceptable level of math skills
   • Requires heavy lifting and material handling
   
   Other Considerations:
   • Mechanical background and setter experience preferred
   • Forklift certification preferred
   • Ability to read blueprints
   • Basic computer skills
   
   Job Tasks / Responsibilities:
   
   • May require rotation of work assignments in various workstations or manufacturing cells.
   • Plan and perform setups on a variety of machines to produce parts ground to customer specifications
   • Use baseline setup procedures to achieve consistent setups
   • Monitor machine production constantly and make accurate adjustments to produce parts to specification.
   • Meet or exceed customer requirements for specifications that may include size, roundness, marks, taper, micro, length, squareness, run – out, etc.
   • Loads and unloads material to and from machines and containers.
   • Tasks may include visual inspection of components, packaging and transportation of parts, and making shipping labels.
   • Use of a variety of gauges as well as monitoring, maintaining and recording inspections results as specified by Work Instructions
   • Read and interpret operation sheets.
   • Sets up and operates assembly machines, laser marking system, vision system, automatic sound test equipment, product accumulation device, close-in presses, and run-in machines.
   • Use statistical process control and/or data collection as required
   • Perform TPM functions as required
   • Repair, adjust, and maintain gages
   • Properly document all actions as required
   • Responsible for housekeeping in department
   • Maintain knowledge of current quality and safety system(s) and other regulatory compliance related to this position.
   • Refer to Ergonomic Job Descriptions for the physical job requirements.
   • This position is responsible to the Department Supervisor
   
   WHY WORK FOR STAFFMARK?
   
   Daily Pay- Access to your earned $ every day Pay every single Friday! Direct Deposit or Paycard available! Extraordinary training program. Bonuses for referring family and friends! Excellent Staffmark Benefit package containing Medical, Dental, Vision and 401(k)! Opportunity to increase your skills & enhance your resume! Company DescriptionLet’s find your next job – together. Whether you’re looking for temporary work or a direct-hire job, Staffmark will connect you to an opportunity that closely matches your interests and skills. Staffmark is a proud member of Staffmark Group, an award-winning family of staffing brands with a national network of 450+ offices. We connect over 250,000 people to jobs each year, and we’re ready to put this expertise to work for you! Learn more at www.staffmark.com.

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5. Post your job

   To find assembly inspectors for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any assembly inspectors they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level assembly inspectors with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

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

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit assembly inspectors, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates 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 assembly inspector

   Once you have selected a candidate for the assembly inspector 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 assembly inspector first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

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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