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Grinder/Metal Finisher

United Metal Fabricators
Worcester, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/1/2025 CLOSED ON 12/31/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grinder/Metal Finisher position at United Metal Fabricators?

About United Metal Fabricators

United Metal Fabricators (UMF) is a well-established sheet metal fabrication business located in Worcester, MA.

UMF is a specially qualified producer of hardware and structural components for GE gas turbine engines used for

power generation around the world. Now under new ownership, UMF is poised to grow rapidly.

Open Role: Grinder / Metal Finisher

Experience Level: Entry-Level or Experienced

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Wage Type: Hourly

Pay Band: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour novice, $21.00 - $25.00 per hour experienced

Location: On-site in Worcester, MA

Schedule: Day shift

Primary Duties:

  • Perform finishing process on near-finished metal parts, including:

o Grinding

o Buffing

o Painting

o Sand blasting

  • Document coatings and finishings
  • Interface with ERP system
  • Operate pneumatic tools, manual hand tools, and power hand tools
  • Assist with Quality Control
  • Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on relevant tools and equipment
  • Comply with all safety directives and requirements

Successful candidate profile:

  • Helpful and ready to learn
  • Follows directions well and demonstrates good attention to detail
  • Relevant manufacturing experience is helpful but not required
  • Relevant academic coursework for manufacturing trades a plus
  • Comfortable in the semi-manual manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with digital production tools (e.g. ERP planning and logging) is a plus

Qualifications required:

  • Able to handle prolonged standing, kneeling, bending
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
  • Able to communicate in written and verbal English
  • High School Diploma helpful but not required

Benefits at United Metal Fabricators:

  • Overtime
  • Paid time off
  • Scheduled raises at 3 months and 6 months
  • Full Medical, Dental, Vision benefits for you
  • Supplemented Medical, Dental, Vision

benefits for your family after 6 months

Retirement contribution matching Professional development / tuition assistance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k) 5% Match
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22

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