How to hire a manufacturing assembler

How to hire a manufacturing assembler, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your manufacturing assembler 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 manufacturing assembler for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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

   The following list breaks down different types of manufacturing assemblers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Manufacturing Assembler	Description	Hourly rate
   Manufacturing 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.	$10-17
   Factory Worker	A factory worker is responsible for manufacturing products using appropriate machinery and equipment. Factory workers' duties include processing the products based on the required quantity and specifications, labeling and safely packaging the merchandise, ensuring that the items are free of any defects before distribution, monitoring the supply inventories, reporting defected machines and equipment, and maintaining the cleanliness of the production area... Show more	$10-18
   Assembly Technician	Assembly technicians are responsible for constructing small parts and components to create a new product according to the specifications of a client or a supervisor. An assembly technician performs diagnostic tests on the assembled product to ensure efficiency and conduct adjustments as needed... Show more	$13-20

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Assembly Operations
   • Basic Math
   • Assembly Line
   • Safety Procedures
   • Assembly Process
   • Work Ethic
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Quality Standards
   • Lean Manufacturing
   • Hand Tools
   • Dexterity
   • Math
   • Quality Inspection
   • Good Communication

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Work in a GMP environment in line assembly method.
   • Ensure manufacturing adherence to all ISO, GMP and FDA quality regulations.
   • Maintain organization during work flow, which require good math and analytical skills.
   • Rework, touch-up, jumper wire installation and repair of existing PCB assemblies.
   • Rework electronic processes on PCB's to update various circuit components as applicable in work orders.
   • Operate assembly equipment associate with the manufacture of ultrasound transducers.

   More manufacturing assembler duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your manufacturing assembler job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A manufacturing assembler salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a manufacturing assembler in South Dakota may be lower than in California, and an entry-level manufacturing assembler usually earns less than a senior-level manufacturing assembler. Additionally, a manufacturing assembler with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average manufacturing assembler salary

   $13.65hourly

   $28,383 yearly

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   Entry-level manufacturing assembler salary

   $22,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 24, 2025

   Average manufacturing assembler salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$33,921	$16
   2	Oregon	$32,551	$16
   3	Minnesota	$30,986	$15
   4	Massachusetts	$28,886	$14
   5	Arizona	$27,960	$13
   6	Colorado	$27,827	$13
   7	Wisconsin	$27,360	$13
   8	Connecticut	$27,229	$13
   9	Indiana	$26,799	$13
   10	Idaho	$26,539	$13
   11	Kansas	$26,399	$13
   12	Missouri	$26,387	$13
   13	Michigan	$26,085	$13
   14	Illinois	$25,765	$12
   15	Maryland	$25,513	$12
   16	Ohio	$25,460	$12
   17	Texas	$25,165	$12
   18	Kentucky	$25,036	$12
   19	Oklahoma	$24,829	$12
   20	Tennessee	$24,485	$12

   Average manufacturing assembler salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Baker Hughes	$35,882	$17.25	16
   2	Applied Materials	$35,597	$17.11	22
   3	Agilent Technologies	$35,062	$16.86	4
   4	Tempur Sealy International	$34,723	$16.69	24
   5	Cook Children's Medical Center	$34,286	$16.48	9
   6	Cenergy International Services	$34,259	$16.47
   7	Westside	$33,274	$16.00	1
   8	Open Systems Technologies	$32,684	$15.71
   9	MI Windows and Doors	$32,645	$15.69
   10	Randstad North America, Inc.	$32,095	$15.43	1
   11	CTG	$31,996	$15.38
   12	Daimler Trucks North America	$31,988	$15.38
   13	L3Harris	$31,845	$15.31	169
   14	Belcan	$31,829	$15.30	24
   15	Hayward Pool Products	$31,747	$15.26	2
   16	EMD Millipore	$31,665	$15.22
   17	Monroe	$31,660	$15.22	1
   18	GSI Technology	$31,585	$15.19
   19	Boeing	$31,505	$15.15	103
   20	Wright Manufacturing	$31,442	$15.12

4. Writing a manufacturing assembler job description

   A manufacturing 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 manufacturing assembler job description:

   Manufacturing assembler job description example

   Some see the railway as transportation, while at Plasser American we see it as transformation. The story of how steel tracks turned the American promise into American progress and forged a trusted pathway to the possibilities of the future. It's a story that continues today, an American legacy unfolding mile by mile. There is a lot riding on those tracks and we know that support, quality and know-how are all important aspects in staying on track.
   
   That's why the Plasser American tradition begins with a promise. A promise to do things right. An unapologetic commitment to quality that makes us the longtime trusted leader in cutting edge American made innovations for the North American railway. It's a promise to see things differently to turn ordinary steel into safer passages. To be a partner that you can count on to engineer solutions for the challenges of today and for the opportunities of tomorrow. From research and design, expert manufacturing and delivering unapparelled services, our customers trust us to keep them ahead of the curve.
   
   Progress is about more than getting from Point A to Point B. It's knowing you have a trusted foundation to move you forward toward new possibilities waiting around the corner. Join Plasser American to become part of our team forging ahead towards new opportunities in railway maintenance. The railway is a path to the future, choose this path and apply today.
   *Day Shift - $500.00 hire on bonus* *Night Shift - $1,000 hire on bonus*
   General Scope: Assists in the planning, the layout, and installation of pneumatic hose and components, based on job specifications and local codes. Must be fully vaccinated for the Coronavirus by December 8, 2021.
   Position Summary: Measure, cut, fabricate and install pneumatic hose. Install hose clamps and hardware using hand and power tools. Connect hoses to components. Assist in the layout and installation of hardware, based on job specifications. Follow diagrams or blueprints, ensuring that hose connections are proper. Ensures all hoses have chaff protection where required. Assist in fixing leaks and repairing faulty components. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (The knowledge, skills and attributes required for satisfactory job performance) Education: High School diploma (or equivalent), two-year College degree (or technical school certificate); or a minimum of two years of related experience and/or training. Knowledge: Incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas: Basic Pneumatic Power. Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate or participate in internal/external training programs to obtain the following skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to follow, basic pneumatic schematic drawings, and engineering blueprints. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Capable of working in a team environment.
   Applicable Technical Competencies: Incumbent must have working knowledge and demonstrated abilities utilizing mechanical knowledge: Specific applications combined with knowledge competencies are as follows: Rating Level: 1-5 (1= minimum 5= Maximum) Application Required Level of proficiency Preferred Level of proficiency Basic understanding of schematic drawings and engineering blueprints 2 4 Use of hand and power tools 4 5
   About Plasser American: As part of the Plasser family brand, which is the largest Maintenance of Way equipment provider in the world, PAC is a rapidly growing provider of railway equipment in North America. Continuing for the next few years, PAC will continue to make significant investments in the North American Market including a new office building and a substantial addition to our manufacturing facility. PAC is making the needed investments to continue its growth trajectory for many years to come. The next several years will be an exciting time of transformation. We look to the future to enhance our team and achieve our goals.
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5. Post your job

   To find manufacturing 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 manufacturing assemblers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level manufacturing 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 manufacturing assembler job on Zippia to find and recruit manufacturing assembler candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with manufacturing assembler 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.

   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 manufacturing assembler

   Once you've selected the best manufacturing assembler 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 good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new manufacturing assembler 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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