How to hire a cable machine operator

How to hire a cable machine operator, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your cable machine operator 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 a cable machine operator for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect cable machine operator also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of cable machine operators and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Cable Machine Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Cable Machine Operator	Metal and plastic machine workers set up and operate machines that cut, shape, and form metal and plastic materials or pieces.	$12-20
   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:

   • Safety Checks
   • Computer System
   • Electrical Cables

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the levels of chemicals to make sure process run correctly for making Styrofoam.
   • Set up and operate extrusion and cabling machines in wire and cable manufacturer.
   • Train new hires -setup and operate cable extrusion machines to jacket braid wire.
   • Check work pieces for defects, operate machines such as cutters and heating extruders.
   • Record statistics on ISO documentation, and coordinate with machine technicians and electrical technicians to keep machines operating at maximum efficiency.
   • Operate machine so production continuously run.

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, cable machine operators' average salary in kentucky is 31% less than in massachusetts.
   • Seniority. Entry-level cable machine operators earn 36% less than senior-level cable machine operators.
   • Certifications. A cable 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 cable machine operator's salary.

   Average cable machine operator salary

   $16.54hourly

   $34,394 yearly

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   Entry-level cable machine operator salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

4. Writing a cable machine operator job description

   A good cable machine operator 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 a cable machine operator job description:

   Cable machine operator job description example

   Roto-Rooter Corporation is looking for a Cable Machine Operator. This position is located in our facility in Des Moines, Iowa. Roto-Rooter Corporation is looking for someone to set up and operate manual cable winding machines to form and shap wire to Roto-Rooter cable specifications.
   Essential duties and responsibilities are listed below but not limited to:
   
   + Determine set-up procedure and dimensions of finished work piece
   
   + Trouble shoot machines when needed
   
   + Observes machine operations to detect malfunctions
   
   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform responsibilites successfully. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
   
   + High school diploma or GED equivalent
   
   + Must be able to lift up to 60-75 pounds
   
   + Must be able to repeatedly twist and pull while in a standing position at waist height.
   
   At Roto-Rooter we believe that investing in our employees is the best investment we can make. We also care about the health and welfare of our employees and their families. That's why we are proud of our extensive employee benefit package including:
   
   + Medical insurance with a Prescription Drug Card
   
   + Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
   
   + Dental Insurance
   
   + Vision Insurance
   
   + Paid Vacation
   
   + Paid Training
   
   + Life Insurance
   
   + Matching 401K Retirement Savings Plan
   
   + Tuition Reimbursement
   
   + Profit sharing
   
   + We follow all CDC safety guidelines to protect our employees and customers from COVID-19.
   
   Roto-Rooter offers excellent career paths for military personnel who are planning to transition into new civilian professions. Throughout our 86 years in business, we've learned that your service training, and the military structure you're used to, are a great fit in our company.
   
   Roto-Rooter is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
   
   External Company Name: Roto-Rooter Services Company
   
   External Company URL: rotorooter.com
   
   Street: 300 Ashworth Road

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5. Post your job

   To find the right cable 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 cable machine operators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit cable 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 cable machine operator job on Zippia to find and recruit cable machine operator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit cable 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. 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 cable machine operator

   Once you have selected a candidate for the cable machine operator 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.

   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.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new cable machine operator. 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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