How to hire a rolling machine operator

How to hire a rolling machine operator, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The rolling machine 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 rolling machine 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.

   This list shows salaries for various types of rolling machine operators.

   Type of Rolling Machine Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Rolling Machine Operator	Metal and plastic machine workers set up and operate machines that cut, shape, and form metal and plastic materials or pieces.	$11-20
   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

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Hand Tools
   • Calipers
   • Quality Checks
   • Safety Guidelines
   • Clamp
   • Rolling Machines
   • Quality Standards

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the levels of chemicals to make sure process run correctly for making Styrofoam.
   • Apply rack location labels by hand to PVC signs.
   • Record statistics on ISO documentation, and coordinate with machine technicians and electrical technicians to keep machines operating at maximum efficiency.
   • Record statistics on ISO documentation, and coordinate with machine technicians and electrical technicians to keep machines operating at maximum efficiency.

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, rolling machine operators' average salary in florida is 52% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level rolling machine operators earn 43% less than senior-level rolling machine operators.
   • Certifications. A rolling machine operator 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 rolling machine operator's salary.

   Average rolling machine operator salary

   $15.63hourly

   $32,515 yearly

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   Entry-level rolling machine operator salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

4. Writing a rolling machine operator job description

   A job description for a rolling machine operator 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 rolling machine operator job description:

   Rolling machine operator job description example

   Roll Fed Machine Operator – 2nd Shift

   Pro Staff has an excellent opportunity! We are hiring a full-time, temp-to-hire, Machine Operator to join a plastic thermoforming manufacturer that specializes in concept design, prototyping, and production of food packaging, paint products, and custom heavy gauge plastic products for customers around the globe. Using advanced technology in plastic thermoforming, they identify, engineer, and produce superior components and innovative products.

   The company is committed to creating an environment that makes our employees excited to come to work. They support their team members long-term growth both personally and professionally and provides benefits including 401k with company match, health, dental and vision insurance, employee discounts, PTO and more once hired on.

   2nd Shift: 1:40 PM - 10:00 PM (Monday-Friday)

   Daily Job Duties:

   • Responsible for the safety, training, direction, and performance of all production work cell personnel
   • Proper startup, shut down, and operation of all equipment
   • Performing troubleshooting and conducting minor repair of machines as needed and preventative maintenance
   • Monitors, observes, and inspects equipment for damage or problems with operating parameters
   • Let the right people know if there are issues that need attention
   • Participates in teardowns and setups of thermoforming equipment

   Keys to Success:

   • Able collaborate with, develop, and support strong teams and willing and able to share technical knowledge and skills with others
   • Possesses a strong mechanical proficiency and strong organizational and communication skills
   • Ability to successfully troubleshoot production and equipment issues
   • Able to effectively manage time in a fast-paced, challenging environment
   • Ability to recognize product defects
   • Able to read and comprehend work instructions, bills of manufacturing (BOMs), production schedule, and other production information
   • High School diploma or equivalent
   • Experience operating high-speed automated equipment and processes in a manufacturing environment and managing and meeting production goals

   Benefits of Working with Pro-Staff:

   • Temp-to-Hire position means the chance to "test drive" a new career opportunity to make sure it's a perfect fit, if not, we have lots of other opportunities available
   • Payday every single Friday with direct deposit or pay card options available
   • Access to a dedicated local team that cares about your success and is here to support you every step of the way
   • Referral bonus potential - get paid to work with your friends
   • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Disability Insurance available through Pro Staff

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right rolling machine operator for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your rolling machine operator job on Zippia to find and recruit rolling machine operator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting rolling machine operators requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   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 rolling machine operator

   Once you've selected the best rolling machine operator 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 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 rolling machine operator 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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