How to hire a block machine operator

How to hire a block machine operator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step block machine operator hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The block machine operator 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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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a block machine operator 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 a block machine operator that fits the bill.

   This list presents block machine operator salaries for various positions.

   Type of Block Machine Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Block Machine Operator		$11-18
   Operator	Operators are skilled workers who are in charge of working on an industrial machine or a specific aspect of the manufacturing business. They are trained to operate machines, learning how to use them... Show more	$12-25
   Machine Operator	Machine operators are responsible for managing the machines assigned to them. They set up, install, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and ensure quality output... Show more	$12-19

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Machine Operation
   • Routine Machine Maintenance
   • Hand Tools
   • Mold Changes
   • Computer System
   • PLC

   Responsibilities:

   • Programe automatic nailing machines and set up pallet jigs.
   • Enter various policy programs to be run on Ricoh printers to be insert on Pitney-Bowes DI2000.
   • Operate automatic nailing machines to assemble pallets.
   • Control & troubleshoot automate extrusion line adjusting speed & feed, monitoring temperature, & finish material specification per customers order.
   • Unclamp and remove work piece from machine and stack work piece on pallet and in box.
   • Watch over and fix any mechanical machine faults relate to the depalleter, BTO, pattern maker and cuber.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your block machine operator job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A block machine operator salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, block machine operators' average salary in florida is 38% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level block machine operators earn 38% less than senior-level block machine operators.
   • Certifications. A block machine operator with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a block machine operator's salary.

   Average block machine operator salary

   $15.07hourly

   $31,348 yearly

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   Entry-level block machine operator salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

4. Writing a block machine operator job description

   A block machine operator 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 a block machine operator job description:

   Block machine operator job description example

   Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is a leading global supplier of building and landscaping products. Its product portfolio includes hardscapes and masonry, packaged cement mixes, lawn and garden materials, and composite decking sold through a variety of channels for residential and commercial use. Oldcastle APG is the leading producer of hardscapes in North America and Europe and the innovator behind many of the industry's well-known brands: Belgard hardscapes, Echelon masonry, Sakrete bagged dry mixes, and MoistureShield composite decking. With over 260 operating locations and approximately 8,500 employees, Oldcastle APG operates across 7 countries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.
   
   Operate plant machinery as directed while adhering to all rules and regulations mandated by safety policies and procedures to produce a superior product.
   Essential Duties and Responsibilities
   
   * Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
   * Set stops or guides to specific lengths as indicated by scale, rule, or templates
   * Observe machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunction
   * Review product for inconsistencies or abnormal appearance assuring product meets quality requirements
   * Perform routine maintenance and repairs on machinery
   * Assist other operators to set up machines and any other necessary tasks to adhere to deadlines and completion of product
   * Make sure all housekeeping is maintained in a clean and orderly fashion in assigned area
   * Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
   
   Qualifications
   
   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.
   
   Requirements / Education / Experience
   
   * High school diploma/equivalent; or at least 1 month of related experience in trades specific to job requirements; or equivalent combination of education and experience
   * Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals
   * Ability to be a self-starter and work independently
   * Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
   * Have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
   * Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
   * Experience working with Microsoft Suite to include Word, Excel, etc.
   * Maintain a high level of accuracy in all aspects of work assignments
   
   Physical Requirements
   
   * While performing the duties of this job the employee will be required to frequently stand on their feet for extended periods of time
   * Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
   * Able to work a flexible schedule
   
   What CRH Offers You
   
   * Highly competitive base pay
   * Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
   * Group retirement savings program
   * Health and wellness programs
   * A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
   
   About CRH
   
   CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.
   
   If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
   
   Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
   
   EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.
   
   Date Posted: Oct 13, 2022

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5. Post your job

   To find the right block machine operator for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with block machine operators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit block machine operators who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

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

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit block machine operators, 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 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 block machine operator

   Once you've found the block machine operator 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.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new block machine operator. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

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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