How to hire a hand finisher

How to hire a hand finisher, step by step

Here's a step-by-step hand finisher hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your hand finisher 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 hand finisher 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 hand finisher 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 hand finisher that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of hand finishers.

   Type of Hand Finisher	Description	Hourly rate
   Hand Finisher		$11-20
   Finisher	A finisher is an individual who completes, perfects, or puts an end to a certain job, especially in trades. Finishers perform the initial set of forms, proper gravel grade, and tying of rebar... Show more	$12-18

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Deburr
   • Hand Tools
   • Calipers
   • Grinders
   • CNC
   • Air Tools
   • Sand Paper
   • Grinding Wheels
   • RAN
   • Grit
   • Stainless Steel
   • Product Specifications
   • Machine Operators
   • Assembly Line

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   Responsibilities:

   • Measure tolerances for cnc and hand finishing work.
   • Flatten and straighten parts to templates and jigs.
   • Hand port and finish CNC port machine cylinder heads.
   • Measure and inspect parts with calipers, scales, and micrometers.
   • Inspect parts using calipers, dials and gages to check dimensions according to paperwork.
   • Operate wire EDM, conventional EDM surface grinder, study and write wire EDM programs.

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, hand finishers' average salary in florida is 60% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level hand finishers 44% less than senior-level hand finishers.
   • Certifications. A hand finisher 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 hand finisher's salary.

   Average hand finisher salary

   $15.73hourly

   $32,723 yearly

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   Entry-level hand finisher salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a hand finisher job description

   A hand finisher 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 hand finisher job description:

   Hand finisher job description example

   Part Time: 13 - 17 Hours per Week
   Minimum of 4 Hours on Mondays Required 8am - 12pm PT
   Other Weekdays During Standard Business Hours Flexible
   Hello, I am Danielle Mulvey, a flight attendant turned $50-Million in annual revenue entrepreneur with multiple businesses. Thanks to our AMAZING 5-Star Employees across our multiple entities, I only spend about 10 hours a week overseeing the operations of these entities. The balance of my week is spent consulting other entrepreneurs, hosting a podcast, leading workshops, and getting another new entity off the ground. I am at the point where there are not enough hours in the day (or week) to do everything that needs to get done to support the new consulting business, podcast, and more that have really taken off - so I am seeking someone on a part-time basis to be my right-hand and help me finish the small tasks that need to get done with regards to supporting invoicing, bookkeeping, auditing, proofing, etc.
   Key Responsibilities: Weekly Invoicing - 2 hours per week Metrics Tracking & Analytics - 2 hours per week Data Entry - 2 hours per week Bookkeeping - 2 hours per week Payroll Follow-up w/ Third Party Payroll Service - 1.5 hours per week Employee Onboarding Paperwork & Ongoing HR Admin - 1.5 hours per week Audits of Internal Processes - 2 hours per week
   NOTE: This is not an "admin" role, nor does it involve managing my email inbox(es).
   SUCCESS METRICS:
   100% of invoicing completed per schedule
   Month prior closed by 12th of following month.
   Find and fix three opportunities to improve internal processes per week in AirManual
   Double check all work so that when it is triple-checked by a colleague it is verified as error-free. Financial accuracy must be 98% or better.
   New processes and tasks are live documented in AirManual and reviewed with another colleague every week.
   ADDED BENEFIT: You will become an expert at Profit First! Compensation: $20 per hour
   APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply online Complete Prevue Assessment online within 24 hours of application (Approximately 35 minutes to complete) Complete online skills testing in Bookkeeping/Accounting (Approximately 30 minutes) Initial Zoom Interview Process Design and Documentation Capture (Approximately 2-hours paid @ $50 flat rate) Second Zoom Interview Team Shadow Day to Test Drive the Role and Team Fit/Culture (5-hours paid @ $120 flat rate and includes team lunch if local candidate)
   We will not discriminate in our employment and employment-related decisions against any applicant or employee based on age, race, gender, creed, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, membership or activity on a local commission, or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local laws.

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5. Post your job

   To find hand finishers 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 hand finishers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level hand finishers 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 hand finisher job on Zippia to find and recruit hand finisher 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 hand finishers, 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 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 hand finisher

   Once you've decided on a perfect hand finisher candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with 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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