How to hire a roll threader operator

How to hire a roll threader operator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step roll threader operator hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The roll threader operator 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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   Hiring the perfect roll threader operator 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.

   The following list breaks down different types of roll threader operators and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Roll Threader Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Roll Threader Operator	Metal and plastic machine workers set up and operate machines that cut, shape, and form metal and plastic materials or pieces.	$13-25
   Operator	Operators are skilled workers who are in charge of working on an industrial machine or a specific aspect of the manufacturing business. They are trained to operate machines, learning how to use them... Show more	$12-25
   Roll Operator	A roll operator operates a rolling machine used to bend metal plates, sheets, or metal bars into different shapes adhering to specific blueprints, templates, and their knowledge in geometry. They used designs to make models used in the construction of different structures... Show more	$13-23

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Calipers
   • Quality Standards
   • Quality Checks
   • Blueprint Specifications

   Responsibilities:

   • Inspect the parts using calipers, mics and gauges.
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   • Operate heavy machinery such as bobcat equipment and also operate and pave asphalt perform demolition work.

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, roll threader operators' average salary in florida is 44% less than in minnesota.
   • Seniority. Entry-level roll threader operators 46% less than senior-level roll threader operators.
   • Certifications. A roll threader operator 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 roll threader operator's salary.

   Average roll threader operator salary

   $38,500yearly

   $18.51 hourly rate

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   Entry-level roll threader operator salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 31, 2026

4. Writing a roll threader operator job description

   A roll threader operator 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 roll threader operator job description:

   Roll threader operator job description example

   Order: 226894Order Type : Direct Hire

   Eastridge Workforce Solutions has an exciting opportunity with an Aerospace Client that is looking to hire a skilled manufacturing professional. If you meet the qualifications below and can perform at a high level under the job summary, we would love to hear from you!

   
   

   
   

   JOB SUMMARY:

   Set up and operate various thread roll machines for manufacturing precision aircraft quality fasteners.

   
   

   Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Competencies:

   Other duties may be assigned.

   
   

   Reads and interprets documents (blueprints, drawings, or manufacturing work orders), to plan set up and operation of various thread roll machines, producing parts to precision tolerance and company specifications.

   
   

   Sets up and operates, on a production basis, various thread roll machines. This includes settings and adjustments required to produce parts to specifications.

   
   

   Selects mounts and aligns tooling attachments and materials in proper order and relationship.

   
   

   Starts, stops, and feeds the machines and monitors for imperfect operation.

   
   

   Utilizes a full range of precision measuring and gauging tools to perform an inspection before the start, during, and at the completion of the production run.

   
   

   Reworks and directs reworking of tools as needed.

   
   

   Performs, when required, Statistical Process Control (SPC) checks per specification and acts in accordance with data output.

   
   

   Meets and maintains productivity levels and quality requirements in support of departmental standards, goals, and schedules.

   
   

   LOCATION: The City of Industry, CA

   QUALIFICATIONS

   HS Diploma

   1-10 years of Manufacturing Experience

   Must past physical and background check

   Pay: $24-$34 per hour

   
   

   
   

   Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

   
   

   We value diverse experiences, including prior contact with the criminal legal system, and applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Philadelphia Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance (a copy of the notice of rights under the Philadelphia Ordinance is available by clicking on this link).

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5. Post your job

   To find the right roll threader operator 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 roll threader operators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit roll threader operators 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 roll threader operator job on Zippia to find and recruit roll threader operator 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 roll threader operators, 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.

   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 roll threader operator

   Once you've found the roll threader operator 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 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 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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