How to hire a machine assembler

How to hire a machine assembler, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

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

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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

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   A machine assembler's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, machine assemblers 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 machine assemblers.

   Type of Machine Assembler	Description	Hourly rate
   Machine 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.	$12-23
   Fabricator	A fabricator specializes in manufacturing and assembling equipment or devices, ensuring every product's quality and efficiency. There are instances when a fabricator is required to make multiple gears, conduct verification processes on product schematics and specifications, perform quality control inspections, and test the product in different environments... Show more	$12-21
   Metal Fabricator	A metal fabricator manipulates metal for construction and manufacturing companies. They are required to cut, shape, position and align different metals... Show more	$13-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Hand Tools
   • Machine Assembly
   • Machine Shop
   • Troubleshoot
   • Assembly Blueprints
   • Assembly Line
   • Drill Press
   • CNC
   • Mechanical Assembly
   • Engineering Drawings
   • Safety Rules
   • MIG
   • Machine Building
   • PLC

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   Responsibilities:

   • Verify correct phasing for motor rotation on conveyors, augers and blowers.
   • Use power tools, overhead cranes, forklifts, crimping machines and fabricating parts as needed in order to meet deadlines.
   • Determine assembly, mig welding and installation sequence.
   • Assemble parts and machinery ralate to industrial sweepers.
   • Install and test Allen Bradley PLC's as a general rule.
   • Assemble of upper and lower booms with bushings, bearings, rollers and pins.

   More machine assembler duties

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, machine assemblers' average salary in north carolina is 36% less than in nevada.
   • Seniority. Entry-level machine assemblers 47% less than senior-level machine assemblers.
   • Certifications. A machine assembler 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 machine assembler's salary.

   Average machine assembler salary

   $36,179yearly

   $17.39 hourly rate

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   Entry-level machine assembler salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

   Average machine assembler salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New Jersey	$41,303	$20
   2	California	$40,040	$19
   3	New York	$38,589	$19
   4	Iowa	$38,470	$19
   5	Massachusetts	$38,293	$18
   6	Pennsylvania	$38,008	$18
   7	Connecticut	$37,548	$18
   8	Michigan	$36,246	$17
   9	Indiana	$35,111	$17
   10	Wisconsin	$34,401	$17
   11	Alabama	$34,316	$17
   12	Ohio	$34,189	$16
   13	Illinois	$33,467	$16
   14	Texas	$32,293	$16
   15	Kansas	$32,024	$15
   16	Florida	$29,796	$14
   17	Georgia	$28,953	$14

   Average machine assembler salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Pactiv	$55,306	$26.59	27
   2	P&G	$49,055	$23.58	2
   3	Lincoln Electric	$46,674	$22.44	5
   4	SPIROL	$42,669	$20.51	1
   5	GTA	$42,479	$20.42
   6	Cmd	$39,772	$19.12	2
   7	Remedy Intelligent Staffing	$38,311	$18.42
   8	Kelly Services	$37,607	$18.08	143
   9	Parallel LLC	$37,121	$17.85	9
   10	Maren Inc	$37,121	$17.85
   11	paragon Co.	$37,121	$17.85	1
   12	ITS	$37,121	$17.85
   13	Billco Manufacturing	$37,010	$17.79
   14	Cleaning Technologies Group	$36,979	$17.78
   15	Randstad North America, Inc.	$36,972	$17.77
   16	Aerotek	$36,501	$17.55	722
   17	Area Temps	$35,833	$17.23	25
   18	Adecco	$35,516	$17.07	870
   19	TERRA Staffing Group	$35,292	$16.97
   20	ManpowerGroup	$35,002	$16.83	193

4. Writing a machine assembler job description

   A machine assembler 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 machine assembler job description:

   Machine assembler job description example

   
   1. Equipment operation and maintenance
   2. Troubleshooting
   3. Use of miscellaneous hand and measuring tools, gauges, test equipment, power lift equipment and possible tow motor operation
   4. Parts preparation, labeling, movement and tracking
   5. Inspection and quality tracking and reporting
   6. Follow all safety and housekeeping procedures
   7. Conformance to production and administrative procedures
   8. Enhancement of existing processes
   9. Must be able to communicate with leaders and work well with others in a team environment.

   EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

   EDUCATION:
   High School diploma or GED required.

   EXPERIENCE:
   3-5 years of relevant experience associated with the task to be performed preferred.

   PREFERRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
   1. Technical Ability – effectively apply written/verbal instructions from procedures, documents and blueprints, etc
   2. Ability to Learn – assimilating and apply new, job related information in a timely manner
   3. Adaptability – maintaining effectiveness in a changing environment, assignments, responsibilities and/or priorities
   4. Physical Dexterity – effectively assemble electrical/mechanical devices
   5. Basic Computer Skills
   6. Ability to drive a tow motor
   7. Consistent attendance required

   WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
   Production environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

   Company DescriptionPDS Services matches job seekers with employers seeking contract and/or direct hire opportunities. Many top companies rely on PDS Services to provide them with talented, ambitious, results oriented job seekers eager to get started. Our team of experts conduct a needs analysis with the employer to understand their company culture and position requirements. We also take a hands on approach to understanding your career needs, so that we can identify the right contract and/or direct hire job opportunities that work for you.
   
   We offer great pay and excellent benefits for our employees.
   
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5. Post your job

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

   Once you've found the machine 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.

   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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