Metal Finish Operator I

Metal Finisher I - 2nd Shift (differential offered)

Position Summary

This Metal Finisher I position will perform finishing operations according to specifications documented on the job order. Other production tasks such as sandblasting and/or operating a tumbler will be performed in a timely and efficient manner. This is accomplished by maintaining Tecomet’s principles of Safety, Quality, Customer Satisfaction, and Innovations. 

Principle Responsibilities

• Perform basic finishing operations, including deburring, hand grinding, and polishing, break edges. 
• Perform sand blasting using a blast cabinet to put a finish on parts and become proficient knowing what blasting medium should be used for various operations. 
• Conduct visual inspections to achieve surface finishes per specifications and blueprints.
• Perform required set-ups and operation of the appropriate finishing equipment ensuring correct equipment is utilized to apply proper finish. 
• Acquire Production Approval (PA) when specified on job router or work order. 
• Counts parts before beginning to work on job and when finished before moving on to next operation. 
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhering to safety guidelines.
• Actively participates in 5S daily operator checklist responsibilities. 
• Additional duties may be assigned by production supervisor to meet company production goals. 

Qualification Requirements

Credentials/Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED or HiSET) 
• Experience working hand tools, sanders, and grinders preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Accurately use all measuring equipment and to read basic blueprints.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions under direction of supervisor.
• Listening, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to read and interpret quality standards and work orders; ability to communicate clearly with production team on quality issues. 
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. 
• Ability to comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures and to report all unsafe activities to supervisor. 
• Able to meet production metrics as required for position. 
• Ability to meet attendance requirements per the employee handbook policy. 
• Able to communicate respectfully with other and work in a team environment. 
• Learn and practice daily any/all Lean practices introduced in the area. 
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Other Requirements 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

The employee could frequently be required to walk; use hand to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee could be required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.   The employee could occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job could include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Travel Requirements

N/A

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.