Job Description
Job Title: Metal Finisher / Grinder Operator
Location: Newport News, VA
Job Type: Full-time | Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM) or 3rd Shift (12:00 AM – 8:30 AM)
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Metal Finisher / Grinder Operator to prepare custom sheet metal fabricated parts and enclosures for powder coating. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with grinding, sanding, deburring, and preparing welded sheet metal products. This is a great opportunity to join a stable and growing team in a fast-paced production environment.
Requirements:
- Knowledge of metal finishing techniques.
- Experience using hand and power tools (grinders, sanders, belt sanders).
- Familiarity with different types of metals (steel, stainless steel, aluminum).
- Ability to finish thin or light gauge sheet metal.
- Must be able to lift 50–75 lbs and stand for the entire shift.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Safety-conscious with attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities:
- Grind, sand, debur, and polish sheet metal parts to prepare for coating.
- Lift and position workpieces manually onto tables.
- Use electric or pneumatic tools to remove weld marks or paint.
- Select the appropriate sanding and grinding media for each job.
- Transport materials using carts, pallet jacks, or by hand.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow all safety protocols.
- Complete additional general labor tasks as required.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Grind, sand, debur, and polish sheet metal parts to prepare for coating.
- Lift and position workpieces manually onto tables.
- Use electric or pneumatic tools to remove weld marks or paint.
- Select the appropriate sanding and grinding media for each job.
- Transport materials using carts, pallet jacks, or by hand.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow all safety protocols.
- Complete additional general labor tasks as required.
Requirements
Requirements:
- Knowledge of metal finishing techniques.
- Experience using hand and power tools (grinders, sanders, belt sanders).
- Familiarity with different types of metals (steel, stainless steel, aluminum).
- Ability to finish thin or light gauge sheet metal.
- Must be able to lift 50–75 lbs and stand for the entire shift.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Safety-conscious with attention to detail.
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