How to hire a converter operator

How to hire a converter operator, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

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

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

   This list shows salaries for various types of converter operators.

   Type of Converter Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Converter Operator		$13-20
   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

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Quality Checks
   • Hand Tools
   • Pallets
   • Quality Inspection
   • Safety Procedures
   • Lean Manufacturing
   • Cranes
   • Slitters
   • HMI
   • ISO
   • GMP
   • Fork Trucks
   • Product Specifications
   • Extrusion

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   • Monitor combat missions through satellite and computer global positioning systems in order to prepare accurate reports for unit commanders.
   • Overlook daily operations of single/twin screw extruders and packaging of finish product.

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, converter operators' average salary in florida is 39% less than in north dakota.
   • Seniority. Entry-level converter operators earn 35% less than senior-level converter operators.
   • Certifications. A converter 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 converter operator's salary.

   Average converter operator salary

   $35,271yearly

   $16.96 hourly rate

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   Entry-level converter operator salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

4. Writing a converter operator job description

   A converter 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 converter operator job description:

   Converter operator job description example

   Who we are & what we do:
   
   At ARMOR-IIMAK, we innovate and manufacture Thermal Transfer Ribbons, Direct Thermal Films & Industrial & Digital Inkjet Inks for products used every day. Whether it is a large sign, advertisement displaying your company or clothing designed for a friend, team, or organization, our ink technology makes visions, a reality. As a dynamic organization with a global presence, our passion & determination to design, manufacture, and sell the highest quality products across a diverse set of industries is what we do.
   
   What you'll do:
   
   ARMOR-IIMAK is seeking a Slitter Operator to produce quality thermal transfer ribbons according to specifications with the production plan. In this position you will be a key part of producing product for the food and pharmaceutical industries that touch our everyday lives.
   
   + Read and understand production specifications and bill of materials
   
   + Setup machines including:
   
   + Loading with raw materials
   
   + Setting blades to the proper width
   
   + Programming the machine to run proper length, speed and tension
   
   + Use quality control equipment to ensure products always meet specifications
   
   + Complete machine changeovers within and between production jobs
   
   + Complete paperwork to properly record production output
   
   + Operate material handling equipment in a safe manner
   
   + Perform basic trouble shooting of machines
   
   Who you are:
   
   The key competencies described here are core abilities that translate into desired on-the-job behaviors which contribute to the employee successfully carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities of this job.
   
   + Collaboration: Works effectively with others in order to achieve meaningful results; communicates a willingness to consider the suggestions and ideas of others.
   
   + Compliance: Follows established guidelines and procedures; thoroughly and accurately completes assigned tasks; understands the necessity for complying with regulations, following procedures or policies.
   
   + Dedication: Sets high personal standards and places job accomplishment high on the priority list; tolerates repetitive tasks over a long period of time; takes the initiative regarding job functions and responsibilities.
   
   + Quality Control: Views quality as a personal responsibility; fixes quality problems immediately and strives to prevent reoccurrences.
   
   What you have:
   
   + High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
   
   + Mathematical skills, including the ability to add, subtract, and divide all units of measure and compute ratios.
   
   + Ability to have commonsense understanding to carryout written or oral instructions and deal with problems involving some variability.
   
   + Ability to read work instructions and procedures; speak with others clearly and convey information effectively.
   
   + The physical demands of this position require the ability to communicate orally and in writing, hear at a conversation level, and have the necessary depth perception to work with machinery. Frequently job holders will be required to stand throughout the workday and occasionally walk and stoop over while performing certain functions. Job holders are also required to frequently twist and rotate to perform essential job functions such as pulling parts from shafts and loading shafts for the next production run. This job requires occasionally lifting 10 to 35 pounds and carrying or pulling this same weight on an infrequent basis. Additionally, the use of walk behind material handling equipment to move loads of approximately 300 pounds is sometimes required.
   
   What we offer:
   
   + Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
   
   + Company Paid Life insurance, Short and Long Term Disability.
   
   + 401(k) Match
   
   + Wellness Program/Incentives
   
   + Paid Time Off
   
   + Shift Premiums
   
   + On-Site Fitness Facility
   
   + Continued Learning Opportunities
   
   + Employee Appreciation Programs
   
   + ARMOR-IIMAK Safety Program
   
   + Employee Assistance Program
   
   + Climate Controlled Facility
   
   ARMOR-IIMAK is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right converter 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 converter operators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit converter 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 converter operator job on Zippia to find and recruit converter operator 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 converter operators, 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.

   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 converter operator

   Once you've selected the best converter operator 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 also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new converter 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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