Metal Finisher - 1st Shift (West Bend)

The Metal Finisher is primarily responsible for grinding, filing, or sanding surfaces of metal items or parts.Examines and feels surface of metal to detect defects such as dents, scratches, or breaks in metal.Removes dents, using hammer and dolly block, and fills uneven surface with molten solder.Smooths surface of item to specified finish, using handtools and powered tools.May polish metal surface, using powered polishing wheel or belt.Examines finished work pieces to verify conformance with specifications according to operator inspection sheet, quality control plans and/or customer notes using instruments such as gauges.Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.Other duties as assigned.Demonstrated detail orientation, self motivation skills and ability to multi-taskDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formatsCompetent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.Previous experience with overhead crane use is desired.Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.Work in an efficient and timely manner.Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficientlyDemonstrated detail orientation, self motivation skills and ability to multi-task.Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.PM17Equipment Operated: Welder. Lifts, robots, cranes.Physical DemandsPhysical Activity:ActivityN/AOccasionallyFrequentlyRegularlyAverage lbs.Lift/Carryx50Push/Pullx50Reach OverheadxComments: Moderate to heavy physical effort required to perform the basis essentials of the job. Frequently required to bend and stoop. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception and ability to adjust focus.ClimbxSquat/Bend/KneelxSitxStandxWalk/Move AboutxOccasional: 1-2 hrs/shift Frequently 2-5 hrs/shift Regularly 5-8 hrs/shiftWork EnvironmentRegularly exposed to varying temperature conditions between 60-100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.

Created: 2025-11-01