How to hire a grinder set up operator

How to hire a grinder set up operator, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a grinder set up operator, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A grinder set up operator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, grinder set up operators 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.

   This list shows salaries for various types of grinder set up operators.

   Type of Grinder Set Up Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Grinder Set Up Operator	Metal and plastic machine workers set up and operate machines that cut, shape, and form metal and plastic materials or pieces.	$13-20
   Polisher	Polishers need skills in critical thinking, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and social perceptiveness. Generally, this career requires only a high school diploma or GED, though some polishers do hold bachelor's degrees... Show more	$12-18
   Grinder	Depending on the industry, a grinder has a diverse range of duties. Typically, they oversee setting up and operating bearing grinders, cam grinders, and CNC lathes... Show more	$12-19

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Grinding Machines
   • Grinders
   • Grinding Wheels
   • Calipers
   • CNC Machines
   • Customer Specifications
   • RAN
   • Routine Maintenance
   • Machine Operators
   • Safety Rules

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage daily scheduling of production workload to be setup and run on machinery.
   • Can read micrometers and dial indicators
   • Work with TIG welders inspecting parts for flaws in the assembled metal product.
   • Balance and set up various size rolls to G1, exceeding industry standards.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your grinder set up operator job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A grinder set up operator can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, grinder set up operators' average salary in alabama is 24% less than in oregon.
   • Seniority. Entry-level grinder set up operators 33% less than senior-level grinder set up operators.
   • Certifications. A grinder set up operator with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a grinder set up operator's salary.

   Average grinder set up operator salary

   $16.64hourly

   $34,605 yearly

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   Entry-level grinder set up operator salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing a grinder set up operator job description

   A good grinder set up 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 grinder set up operator job description:

   Grinder set up operator job description example

   • At least 3-5 years of experience in the manufacturing industry with knowledge of speeds and feeds
   • Ability to work independently, follow instructions, concentrate for long periods of time
   • Great work ethics
   • Properly uses basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometer, indicators, etc.)
   • Demonstrate strong attention to detail
   • Mechanically inclined, with good manual dexterity

   Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience:

   • Good writing and verbal communication skills
   • Experience with MS applications
   • Strong skills and aptitude in math
   • Completion of vocational or college training in machine shop (Certificate of completion of basic machining course)

   Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

   Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

   • Ability to lift or move up to 50lbs
   • Reach forward, up, down and to the side in order to move equipment
   • Continuous standing and walking throughout the workday
   • Ability to reach with hands and arms; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel material
   • Access, input, and retrieve information from a computer

   Work Environment:

   • A large percentage of work time is spent in a machine shop where temperatures vary from hot to cold. The environment may also include exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and vapor from coolant, etc. Industry standard safety equipment is provided by the Company and specific notice is posted in areas where safety equipment is required.

   This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.

   RTC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

   If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department.

   Candidates will receive consideration without discrimination in accordance with the requirements of article 9 to chapter XVIII of the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code, federal and state laws of California.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right grinder set up operator for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

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   • Use field-specific websites.
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6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting grinder set up operators requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   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 grinder set up operator

   Once you have selected a candidate for the grinder set up 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.

   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 employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is 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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