How to hire a machinist class b

How to hire a machinist class b, step by step

Here's a step-by-step machinist class b hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a machinist class b, 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.

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

   Here's a comparison of machinist class b salaries for various roles:

   Type of Machinist Class B	Description	Hourly rate
   Machinist Class B	Machinists and tool and die makers set up and operate a variety of computer-controlled and mechanically controlled machine tools to produce precision metal parts, instruments, and tools.	$18-34
   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
   Tool Technician	Tool technicians are skilled professionals who are responsible for repairing a variety of pneumatic and hand tools as well as disassemble defective electrical equipment in a manufacturing firm using these hand tools. These technicians are required to coordinate with other areas of the company to schedule and perform preventive maintenance duties... Show more	$13-29

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • CNC Machines
   • Hand Tools
   • Manual Lathes
   • Grinders
   • Machine Shop
   • Machine Tools
   • Blueprint Specifications
   • Shop Equipment
   • Drill Press
   • Cad Cam
   • Shop Mathematics
   • Gearboxes
   • Aerospace
   • SPC

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage output according to company quality standards and corresponding ISO certification.
   • Make jigs, fixtures and dies.
   • Gain a full understanding of FANUC controls.
   • Set up Cnc lathes, Jigbore, aerospace job shop
   • Edit and debug programs to perform complex operations written in Fanuc and ISO syntax.
   • Programme, setup, and operate Mitsubishi CNC vertical mills, Bridgeport's, lathes and grinders.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your machinist class b job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A machinist class b salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, machinist class bs' average salary in south carolina is 37% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level machinist class bs earn 46% less than senior-level machinist class bs.
   • Certifications. A machinist class b with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a machinist class b's salary.

   Average machinist class b salary

   $52,588yearly

   $25.28 hourly rate

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   Entry-level machinist class b salary

   $38,000 yearly salary

   Updated February 1, 2026

4. Writing a machinist class b job description

   A job description for a machinist class b role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a machinist class b job description:

   Machinist class b job description example

   Successful bidder must attend training in areas relating to electrical safety such as arc flash. Must participate in and comply with all Safety, Good Manufacturing, and good housekeeping practices Repair and preventative maintenance on food manufacturing equipment Repair and preventative maintenance of non-production machinery and support equipment Troubleshoot and conduct root cause analysis of failures regarding machinery, defects with equipment, and systems Assembles, installs, repairs, and tests equipment, wiring, fixtures, PLC controlled equipment, and air, gas, steam, water, and waste disposal systems Complete repairs to electronic circuitry, PLC's relays, timers etc to keep the machines at top efficiency Assist in making repairs to high and low pressure boilers systems Must use SAP to track work order, completion of work, parts and materials used and time spent on each job Other duties as assigned
   Basic Qualification and Training Expectations
   Completed at least one half of the Amatrol program already established and currently being used in B training programs. (26 Laps) If Amatrol has not been completed, then equivalent outside education and/or experience pertaining to the maintenance field will be considered.
   Available for all shifts Bidder will be required to take a series of PMMI competency tests related to the electrical field administered by Penn College.Penn College will solely grade the tests taken by the bidder and then make recommendations on courses that the bidder needs to take.Based on test results the bidder will be required to attend training courses administered by Penn College. These courses will be taken on bidder's own time.Bidder will be required to successfully pass each course that they are enrolled in.It is possible that the bidder successfully passes each PMMI competency test and then will only be required to complete the OJT of 3-6 years.Bidder will be in B electrical training program for not more than 6 years. This timeframe could be shorter depending on how quickly candidate progresses through training.Bidder will be required to train in all areas established by the training committee. Some examples are the 3rd floor, 2nd floor canning, 2nd floor microwave, cooker room, 1st floor microwave and 1st floor label lines.Within each area established by the committee the candidate will need to prove that they can work on equipment and perform all duties associated with that area.Successful bidder must attend training in areas relating to electrical safety such as arc flash.
   
   Our Benefits:
   
   We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
   Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
   
   Our Company:
   
   Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye , Marie Callender's , Banquet , Healthy Choice , Slim Jim , Reddi-wip , and Vlasic , and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP , Duke's , Earth Balance , Gardein , and Frontera .
   We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.
   
   Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right machinist class b for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with machinist class bs they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit machinist class bs who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your machinist class b job on Zippia to find and recruit machinist class b candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit machinist class bs, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete 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 machinist class b

   Once you've decided on a perfect machinist class b 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 machinist class b 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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