How to hire a making-line worker

How to hire a making-line worker, step by step

Here's a step-by-step making-line worker hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The making-line worker 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.

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   A making-line worker's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, making-line workers 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 making-line workers.

   Type of Making-Line Worker	Description	Hourly rate
   Making-Line Worker		$13-26
   Production Operator	A production operator is responsible for handling and monitoring manufacturing machines in a factory or similar establishment, ensuring that everything is running smoothly and according to schedule. Aside from assisting with the processing and packaging of goods, a production operator must also conduct necessary inspections to the machine or equipment that they are using to make sure that it is in good condition and is safe to use... Show more	$12-21
   Bucket Operator	A bucket operator is primarily in charge of operating bucket trucks, ensuring safety and efficiency for a smooth and successful workflow. Although a bucket operator has different responsibilities depending on their industry or place of employment, it usually includes planning and coordinating operations according to project requirements, setting guidelines, and delegating duties among staff... Show more	$15-25

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Food Preparation
   • Assembly Line

   Responsibilities:

   • Construct automated and structural equipment for companies using primarily aluminum extrusion.
   • Apply fender blocker, clips and numbers on vehicles within a short time frame.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your making-line worker job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A making-line worker salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, making-line workers' average salary in arkansas is 45% less than in minnesota.
   • Seniority. Entry-level making-line workers earn 49% less than senior-level making-line workers.
   • Certifications. A making-line worker 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 making-line worker's salary.

   Average making-line worker salary

   $39,752yearly

   $19.11 hourly rate

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   Entry-level making-line worker salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 20, 2025

4. Writing a making-line worker job description

   A making-line worker 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. To help get you started, here's an example of a making-line worker job description:

   Making-line worker job description example

   Responsible for supplying the line with a sufficient supply of cheese to prevent downtime on the shred lines. Operates equipment and inspects cheese for quality issues or concerns. Inspects the shred heads and helps the Operators when needed. Performs Cutter operations on all shred lines. Cross train in the shred knockdown and cutter areas.
   
   Responsible for the setup and operation of two stage cutter on all shred lines and be able to run knockdown breaks. Operates equipment and inspects cheese for quality issues or concerns. Maintain consistent flow of cheese to the wrapper during cutting operations. Inspects the shred heads and assists KD and the Operators when needed. Performs Knockdown breaks on some of the lines. Manage trim usage and incorporates trim into applicable products. Be able to accurately calculate pounds' usage required to satisfy orders by also taking into account trim usage. Facilitate quick changeovers by cleaning, emptying trays and tubs, and assisting all areas on the line where needed. Complete sanitation of production lines for both midweek sanitations and full cleanups. Position will also assist in preventative maintenance on equipment.
   
   Work with Leaders and fellow partners to ensure Food Safety and Partner Safety. Understand and execute standard operating procedures relative to position. Perform all PCP and CCP checks required for position. Follow reaction plan for Food Safety, Food Quality and customer requirement outages. Be able to identify and understand customer requirements and assist in assuring proper operation of equipment. Record accurate data on production reports. Other duties may be assigned.
   Qualifying positions offer:
   
   * A 401(k) plan that includes up to an 8 percent Schreiber match and has been recognized as Best-in-Class for companies with 5,000-plus employees.
   * Competitive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits without a waiting period, including second-opinion medical consultation with specialists
   * Wellness resources, including a fitness reimbursement program and access to an interactive personalized online wellness program
   * Paid vacation and holidays
   * Professional growth and development opportunities through training and our Education Assistance Program
   
   Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.
   
   An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
   
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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find making-line workers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

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   • Post your making-line worker job on Zippia to find and recruit making-line worker candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with making-line worker candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   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 making-line worker

   Once you've selected the best making-line worker candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new making-line worker 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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