3rd Shift - Finishing Operator

Staffing Support Specialists; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Finishing Operator to join their team. This role involves critical support operations in heat treat processing, including masking, etching, and cleaning parts. The ideal candidate will have a strong safety focus, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. With a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and organization, you will play a key role in ensuring customer satisfaction. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact production efficiency and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ years prior factory experience preferred.
• Acquire/maintain forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Mask parts with no-carb masking paints as specified.
• Set up furnace loads and prepare parts for processing.
• Perform final cleaning operations and inspect parts.

Skills

Forklift Certification

Factory Experience

Basic Computer Skills

Basic Math Knowledge

Physical Fitness

English Proficiency

Communication Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job: Finishing Operator

Shift: 3rd 10:00pm - 6:30am M-F

Pay: $20.34 + (13% shift differential included)

Location: Waukesha

Job Description:

The Finishing Operator is responsible for performing several critical peripheral support operations on both the front & back end of heat treat processing. To prepare parts for processing, the finishing operator performs no-carb masking, lot ID etching, & load makeup. After heat treatment, the finishing operator performs blast cleaning operations as well as final packaging.

Responsibilities:

• Mask parts with no-carb masking paints to retard the carburization/hardening process in designated areas as specified by product prints and/or provided visual guides
• Set up furnace loads by counting out specific quantities of parts per provided order instructions
• Etch parts with order information in designated areas to provide heat treat lot traceability. This may be performed before or after heat treat processing depending on specification.
• Place parts into heat treat alloy fixtures & prepare loads for running in furnace, ensuring that load count & part configuration is correct prior to loading
• Assist in breaking down furnace loads after processing
• Perform final cleaning operations using either spinner/hanger, tumble, or table blast equipment as required by order instructions
• Perform final counts on orders as parts are cleaned & packaged, verifying any associated part ID markings (lot#, heat code, part#, etc.) to ensure that order quantities match the customer PO requirements
• Place parts back in customer packaging according to customer specifications
• Inspect all parts as they are handled for any types of damage - this is performed on both the front & back end of processing
• Advanced operators of this position will assist in final inspection functions at the request of shift supervisors
• Ensure plant organization & cleanliness

Qualifications / Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Acquire/maintain forklift certification
• 1+ Years prior factory experience preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Basic math knowledge
• Proficient physical shape- able to lift 25 lbs. regularly
• Proficiency in English (reading & speaking)
• Safety-focused mindset
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management
• Attention to detail
• Organized
• Adaptability
• Self-motivated
• Able to work collaboratively with others
• Willingness to learn & take direction