How to hire a precision assembler

How to hire a precision assembler, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a precision assembler, 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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   Hiring the perfect precision assembler also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list presents precision assembler salaries for various positions.

   Type of Precision Assembler	Description	Hourly rate
   Precision 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.	$11-19
   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
   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

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Hand Tools
   • Calipers
   • Lean Manufacturing
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Aerospace
   • Air Tools
   • Cranes
   • Mechanical Assembly
   • Assembly Procedures
   • Fork Trucks
   • Clean Rooms
   • Assembly Prints
   • Electrical Components
   • CNC

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   Responsibilities:

   • Work in an ESD environment.
   • Operate a computer laser marking machine.
   • Build components and running electronic tests with laser diodes.
   • Assemble ESD components/parts while maintaining a positive efficiency rate.
   • Experience in working in an FDA regulate GMP environment.
   • Record an inventory of all PCB boards assemble and defective.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the precision assembler job description is a good way to get more applicants. A precision assembler salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a precision assembler in New Mexico may be lower than in Arizona, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level precision assembler. Additionally, a precision assembler with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average precision assembler salary

   $15.28hourly

   $31,774 yearly

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   Entry-level precision assembler salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average precision assembler salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$36,995	$18
   2	Arizona	$36,518	$18
   3	Massachusetts	$35,720	$17
   4	New York	$34,956	$17
   5	Oregon	$32,726	$16
   6	Minnesota	$32,201	$15
   7	Washington	$31,526	$15
   8	Ohio	$31,367	$15
   9	Virginia	$30,784	$15
   10	Michigan	$30,758	$15
   11	Colorado	$30,096	$14
   12	Indiana	$30,077	$14
   13	Tennessee	$29,950	$14
   14	Texas	$29,668	$14
   15	Illinois	$29,114	$14
   16	South Carolina	$28,171	$14
   17	North Carolina	$27,172	$13
   18	Missouri	$27,144	$13
   19	Louisiana	$26,377	$13

   Average precision assembler salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Northrop Grumman	$40,598	$19.52	6
   2	Flowserve	$40,432	$19.44	8
   3	Gardner Denver	$39,061	$18.78	10
   4	Boeing	$37,108	$17.84	46
   5	Steris	$37,097	$17.84	23
   6	Benchmark Electronics	$36,987	$17.78	25
   7	The Timken Company	$33,972	$16.33	8
   8	Stevens Industries	$33,066	$15.90	2
   9	Kelly Services	$31,721	$15.25	71
   10	SunSource	$31,444	$15.12
   11	ManpowerGroup	$31,411	$15.10	109
   12	Randstad North America, Inc.	$31,303	$15.05
   13	Nidec Americas Holding Corporation	$31,265	$15.03	9
   14	Harmonic Drive	$31,257	$15.03	2
   15	Adecco	$29,678	$14.27	495
   16	PrideStaff	$29,412	$14.14

4. Writing a precision assembler job description

   A job description for a precision assembler 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 precision assembler job description:

   Precision assembler job description example

   Advance your career with a major rebuilder of precision machine tools in North America with Superior Spindle! With a growing number of operations throughout the USA, Canada, and Mexico, we offer a variety of exciting opportunities and strive to recognize our associates for their hard work and dedication. Our elite team allows us to provide our customers with quality spindle repair, rebuild and retrofit services. If you want to grow your skills with an industry leader, apply with us today! We are seeking a Precision Spindle Assembler in our Taylor, MI location.
   On the job training will be provided as required. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. What You’ll Do:
   • Perform precision assembly work primarily consisting of grease packed and air-oil lubricated spindles
   • Tear down, inspection and prep, including evaluations and write-ups
   • Balance shafts, prepare components for assembly, install motors and stators
   • Operate Surface Grinder and set-up and run-off for products Why You’ll Love Working for Us:
   • Industry-competitive salary with bonus opportunities
   • Medical, dental, vision insurance
   • 401K
   • Upward mobility opportunities
   • Training opportunities
   What We Need from You:
   • 3-5 years’ experience preferably in machine tool assembly, tool & die or mold industries
   • Ability to read blueprints, precision measure devices and knowledge of bearing assemblies Must have excellent mechanical skills
   • Electrical skills are considered a plus
   • Knowledge of servo spindle drives is considered a plus
   • Effective communication skills (oral / written) Text "SunSource" to 25000 to Apply!! We are an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
   An offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug test, as allowed by law.
   We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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5. Post your job

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

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with precision 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 precision assembler

   Once you've found the precision 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.

   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 precision 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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