How to hire a final assembler

How to hire a final assembler, step by step

Here's a step-by-step final assembler hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your final assembler 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 final assembler for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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

   This list presents final assembler salaries for various positions.

   Type of Final Assembler	Description	Hourly rate
   Final Assembler	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.	$12-20
   Support Team Member	A support team member is responsible for assisting and connecting with the whole department group in meeting the company's goals and exceeding performance expectations. Support team members' duties generally include performing administrative tasks, familiarizing and adhering to the company's policies and procedures, providing recommendations for improving customer's experience, developing strategies to increase the company's revenue and profitability, and maintaining a positive work ethic... Show more	$10-17
   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

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Quality Standards
   • Basic Math
   • Tape Measure
   • Blueprint Specifications
   • Dexterity
   • Calipers
   • Electrical Components
   • Hand Tools
   • ISO
   • Assembly Process
   • Safety Policies
   • Air Tools
   • Quality Products
   • Drill Presses

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Participate and complete ISO 9000 QC training.
   • Document all procedures per ISO and FDA requirements.
   • Excel in interpreting detail aligning units using jigs and fixtures, and inspecting complete components to ensure conformance to specifications.
   • table see, radial, band, jig, reciprocating etc.
   • Perform ESD testing and grind test, check the control panel for and color and clarity.
   • Use of ISO9000 requirements including ESD, work area cleanliness, maintenance equipment and work instruction adherence.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the final assembler job description is a good way to get more applicants. A final assembler 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 a final assembler in North Carolina may be lower than in Alaska, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level final assembler. Additionally, a final assembler with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average final assembler salary

   $16.25hourly

   $33,796 yearly

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   Entry-level final assembler salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 13, 2025

   Average final assembler salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Oregon	$39,393	$19
   2	California	$38,056	$18
   3	Pennsylvania	$37,328	$18
   4	Washington	$37,052	$18
   5	Wisconsin	$36,615	$18
   6	Minnesota	$36,497	$18
   7	Michigan	$35,935	$17
   8	Illinois	$34,810	$17
   9	Arizona	$34,103	$16
   10	Kansas	$33,777	$16
   11	Indiana	$31,678	$15
   12	Georgia	$31,490	$15
   13	Virginia	$30,600	$15
   14	Texas	$29,978	$14
   15	North Carolina	$29,781	$14
   16	Florida	$26,677	$13

   Average final assembler salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Eaton	$40,116	$19.29	84
   2	Correct Craft	$39,286	$18.89
   3	Johnson Controls	$38,762	$18.64	11
   4	BRP US Inc	$38,757	$18.63
   5	VisionCorp Rep	$37,945	$18.24	2
   6	HM Electronics	$37,211	$17.89	3
   7	Dover	$37,190	$17.88	48
   8	Scotts	$36,643	$17.62
   9	Komatsu America Corp.	$36,627	$17.61	7
   10	NOVAworks	$36,585	$17.59	6
   11	Bg Holding Llc	$36,389	$17.49
   12	Medical Billing	$36,304	$17.45
   13	Progress Rail	$35,517	$17.08	4
   14	Piper Aircraft	$35,402	$17.02
   15	Air Pro Inc	$35,233	$16.94
   16	Polaris	$35,147	$16.90	15
   17	Grabill Cabinets	$34,909	$16.78
   18	Suncoast Post-Tension	$34,557	$16.61
   19	ZF Group	$34,416	$16.55	6
   20	Synergys Biotherapeutics	$34,412	$16.54

4. Writing a final assembler job description

   A good final assembler 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 final assembler job description:

   Final assembler job description example

   2nd Shift Hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 3:30 a.m., OT on Fridays (as needed)

   Pay: $21.50 + 1.50 shift premium (Training is on First Shift)

   POSITION SUMMARY

   Assemble or modify the components of boats, including electrical or electronic equipment, brackets, carpeting and foam. Conduct tests to determine quality of materials and finished products. Inspect and test assembled parts or products for defects and deviations from specifications.

   YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

   • Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions.

   • Align and fit structural assemblies manually to position assemblies for joining.

   • Explain assembly procedures or techniques to other workers.

   • Drill or tap holes in specified equipment locations to mount control units or to provide openings for elements, wiring, or instruments.

   • Perform visual inspections of finished products.

   • Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.

   • Identify quality problems and recommend solutions.

   
   

   YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

   • Manufacturing Experience

   • Knowledge of tools

   
   

   Life At BRP-Alumacraft

   At Alumacraft, we craft state-of-the-art boats that have a deep connection to our consumers, one created from a shared passion for the Ultimate Ride. Our teams have a unique ability to develop market-shaping products and services that move people physically and emotionally. By joining Alumacraft, you will be part of BRP, a global leader in the world of powersports products, propulsion systems and boats such as Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft and pontoons, Can-Am on and off-road vehicles, Manitou and Quintrex boats, as well as Rotax engines for karts and recreational aircraft.

   Built on 80 years of ingenuity and intensive consumer focus, BRP is a multinational company with a global workforce of close to 20,000 driven, resourceful people with the deeply held belief that work, as with life, is not about the destination. It’s about the journey.

   BRP US Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

   
   

   Follow us on:

   ● LinkedIn @BRP;

   ● Twitter @BRPnews;

   ● Facebook @BRPinfo.

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5. Post your job

   To find final assemblers 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 final assemblers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level final assemblers 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 final assembler job on Zippia to find and recruit final assembler 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 final assemblers, 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 final assembler

   Once you've found the final assembler 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 final assembler. 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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