How to hire a hanger

How to hire a hanger, step by step

Here's a step-by-step hanger hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The hanger hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

   Yes

   No

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

   This list shows salaries for various types of hangers.

   Type of Hanger	Description	Hourly rate
   Hanger		$11-18
   Helper	Helpers are employed by families or homeowners to provide overall assistance in the house. They are usually assigned to do household chores such as cleaning the house, doing the laundry, cooking meals, and tending the garden... Show more	$11-18

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Safety Procedures
   • Sales Floor
   • Safety Regulations
   • Sheetrock
   • Assembly Line
   • Safety Standards
   • Inventory Control
   • Tape Measure
   • Hoists
   • Insurance Verification
   • Pallet Jack
   • Medical Billing
   • RAN
   • Durable Medical Equipment

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Set ladders, scaffolds and hoists.
   • Apply coats of plaster or drywall to walls, ceilings, using trowels, brushes, or spray guns.
   • Remove live poultry from shipping crates and hang them by feet, neck, or wings on shackles of conveyor.
   • Wear and maintain all PPE.
   • Use of power tools and stilts.
   • Assist in inspections from QA and USDA.

   More hanger duties

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, hangers' average salary in florida is 26% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level hangers 41% less than senior-level hangers.
   • Certifications. A hanger 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 hanger's salary.

   Average hanger salary

   $14.61hourly

   $30,399 yearly

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   Entry-level hanger salary

   $23,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

   Average hanger salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$32,752	$16
   2	Wisconsin	$32,411	$16
   3	Rhode Island	$32,344	$16
   4	Montana	$32,152	$15
   5	Michigan	$31,928	$15
   6	New Jersey	$31,488	$15
   7	California	$31,412	$15
   8	Ohio	$31,343	$15
   9	Pennsylvania	$31,144	$15
   10	Arizona	$31,015	$15
   11	Illinois	$30,722	$15
   12	Colorado	$30,054	$14
   13	Oklahoma	$28,040	$13
   14	North Carolina	$27,440	$13
   15	Tennessee	$27,050	$13
   16	Alabama	$26,237	$13
   17	Louisiana	$25,749	$12
   18	Florida	$25,225	$12

   Average hanger salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	American Woodmark	$37,085	$17.83
   2	General Dynamics	$36,895	$17.74
   3	Toro	$35,929	$17.27
   4	Technimark	$35,122	$16.89
   5	Cintas	$34,820	$16.74
   6	Hormel Foods	$34,787	$16.72
   7	Generac Holdings	$34,173	$16.43	4
   8	Clemens Food Group	$33,042	$15.89
   9	Greif	$32,775	$15.76	3
   10	HSBC Bank	$32,596	$15.67
   11	CARE	$32,301	$15.53
   12	Hatfield Meats	$30,661	$14.74
   13	IDEAL INDUSTRIES	$29,964	$14.41
   14	Electric	$29,879	$14.36
   15	Aerotek	$29,767	$14.31	1
   16	System One	$29,368	$14.12
   17	Adecco	$29,339	$14.11
   18	Staffworks Group	$29,223	$14.05
   19	Express Employment Indy South	$29,006	$13.95
   20	Elwood Staffing	$28,778	$13.84

4. Writing a hanger job description

   A good hanger 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 hanger job description:

   Hanger job description example

   Perks of Pratt?
   
   Eligible for insurance benefits within ONE Month of hire.
   
   Jump on the path of a lifelong career! Click apply to start the process!
   
   Job Type: Full-time
   
   Benefits:
   
   401(k)
   401(k) matching
   Dental insurance
   Disability insurance
   Employee assistance program
   Flexible spending account
   Health insurance
   Health savings account
   Life insurance
   Paid time off
   Parental leave
   Vision insurance
   
   POSITION TITLE: Roll Hanger
   
   LOCATION: Cedar Hill, TX
   
   REPORTS TO: Supervisor
   
   SUMMARY
   
   Responsible for all activities associated with running the single-facer and assisting in wet-end and dry-end operations, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.
   
   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
   
   Assist Module-facer Operatorto produce the highest level of production and quality.
   Check wet end line-ups to verify correct roll stock is received and used.
   Put rolls of paper in mill roll stands ensuring proper size and grade of paper to be run and make splices and paper changes as necessary.
   Trim only the necessary amount of paper from the rolls when preparing for splices.
   Remove roll stock from the machine when necessary and mark the proper size, grade, diameter and lineal footage on the roll and place core plugs in each end of the butt rolls.
   Continuously monitor the board during runs to ensure quality and make adjustments as necessary.
   Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
   Clean starch pan, glue roll and singlefacer area after changing flutes and at the end of the production week.
   Take all paper off of cores of stub rolls.
   Assist in the wet end training of the Doublebacker and dry end personnel.
   Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
   Additional duties may be assigned by management.
   
   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
   
   High school diploma or GED.
   Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
   
   LANGUAGE SKILLS
   
   Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
   
   MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
   
   Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.Able to apply concepts of high school math.
   
   REASONING ABILITY
   
   Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.
   
   TECHNICAL SKILLS
   
   The individual must have a working knowledge of the following:
   Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
   Product layouts and production specifications
   Product quality specifications
   Quality standards
   
   CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
   
   May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
   
   PHYSICAL DEMANDS
   
   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee is occasionally required to sit.The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
   
   WORK ENVIRONMENT
   
   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration.The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
   
   IND-Cedar Hill
   
   Requirements:
   
   Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right hanger 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:

   • Post your hanger job on Zippia to find and recruit hanger candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as constructionjobs.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit hangers, 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 hanger

   Once you've decided on a perfect hanger 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.

   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.

   To prepare for the new hanger first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

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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