Entry-Level Finishing Technician - Hands-On Growth

Menk USA; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Menk USA is seeking a hands-on Finishing team member to learn, grow, and support our finishing operations in Sterling, IL. This entry-level role focuses on foundational finishing tasks to contribute to high-quality products.

You'll perform tasks such as shot blasting, paint prep, part prep, and sanding under supervision, while maintaining safety and quality standards and building a foundation for further training in finishing processes.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of finishing processes and equipment.
• Ability to follow guided instructions and perform visual inspections.
• Basic operation of finishing tools and equipment under supervision.
• Awareness and application of safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Willingness to learn and grow skills while supervised.
• Basic computer literacy for data entry in finishing systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level finishing operations under guided instructions (e.g., shot blasting, paint prep, part prep, sanding).
• Inspect parts visually and report defects.
• Operate finishing tools and equipment with assisted use.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow company safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Complete finishing training matrix and cross-train when available.
• Support operational needs while primarily assigned to one area.
• Perform other duties to support organizational goals.

Skills

Finishing basics

Follow instructions

Tool operation

Safety & PPE

Willingness to learn

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Menk USA is seeking a hands-on Finishing team member to learn, grow, and support our finishing operations in Sterling, IL. This entry-level role focuses on foundational finishing tasks to contribute to high-quality products.

You'll perform tasks such as shot blasting, paint prep, part prep, and sanding under supervision, while maintaining safety and quality standards and building a foundation for further training in finishing processes.