Final processing Specialist

Element2 Group; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Element2 Group in Massachusetts is seeking a Final Processing Specialist to perform detailed post-plating and post-anodizing finishing and packaging of parts. You will support shop operations, including masking removal, blasting, and movement of orders to maintain workflow and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes quality, adherence to customer specs, and accurate documentation, with a focus on safe handling and continuous improvement in a high-reliability manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Effective communication and teamwork with QC, Packaging, and Production.
• Strong attention to detail; identify cosmetic and surface defects.
• Understand customer specifications, workmanship standards, and acceptance criteria.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Flexibility to shift tasks based on operational needs.
• Stand for extended periods and safely handle parts and materials.
• Safety training; Nadcap knowledge preferred.
• 20/20 vision or corrected to 20/20.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed post-plating and post-anodizing finishing to meet Job Card, print, and customer specs.
• Clean, detail, and touch-up finished parts to remove residue and minor surface imperfections.
• Prepare parts for final inspection by verifying cosmetic quality and order accuracy.
• Coordinate with QC to ensure parts are ready for final inspection.
• Package completed orders accurately per Job Card and packaging requirements.
• Verify quantities, identification, and documentation before packaging and shipment.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Title: Final Processing Specialist Department: Operations FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Effective Date 12/16/2025

Position Overview

Perform critical post-plating and post-anodizing finishing and packaging activities required for parts to fully comply with customer specifications, engineering requirements, and quality standards prior to final inspection and shipment. The primary responsibilities of this role are detailed finishing work and accurate packaging of completed parts. This is a position that also provides operational support across the shop as needed, including masking removal, blasting, and movement of orders to maintain workflow continuity and on-time delivery. This role supports overall workflow efficiency and ensures finished parts are shipment-ready.

Department Overview

• Agile operations able to process small batch / high variety up to larger volume jobs.
• Specialty plating / anodize operations: Customers use us for difficult / intricate jobs or when the job has to be done right.
• Continuous Improvement and Learning Mindset: Always getting better & improving the value we deliver to our customers.
• Professional, systematized operation with documented processes that deliver consistent results.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed post-plating and post-anodizing finishing work to ensure parts fully comply with Job Card, print, and customer specifications.
• Conduct thorough cleaning, cosmetic detailing, and touch-up of completed parts to remove residue, staining, smut, or minor surface imperfections.
• Prepare finished parts for final inspection by verifying cosmetic quality, surface condition, and order accuracy.
• Coordinate with QC to ensure finished parts are ready for and capable of passing final inspection.
• Package completed orders accurately and carefully in accordance with Job Card instructions and customer-specific packaging requirements.
• Verify part quantities, identification, and documentation prior to packaging and shipment.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Remove masking materials post-processing without damaging coatings, threads, or critical surfaces.
• Perform blasting operations as required to meet finish, cosmetic, or customer requirements.
• Move parts and orders safely throughout the shop to support production flow and on-time delivery.
• Provide operational support to other departments as needed based on workload and priorities.
• Maintain accurate Job Card documentation and final processing records.
• Follow all safety, quality, and handling procedures at all times.
• Assist with general shop organization and housekeeping as required.

Position Requirements & Qualifications

• Effective communication and teamwork skills, particularly when coordinating with QC, Packaging, and Production.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify cosmetic and surface-related defects.
• Strong understanding of customer specifications, workmanship standards, and acceptance criteria.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Flexibility and willingness to shift tasks based on operational needs.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and safely handle parts and materials.
• Safety training and ability to work in a high-reliability manufacturing environment; knowledge of Nadcap requirements preferred.
• 20/20 vision or correctable to 20/20

How this role will be evaluated

• Quality and consistency of finishing and packaging work.
• First-pass final inspection acceptance rates.
• Defect, damage, and rework rates attributable to final processing.
• Accuracy and completeness of packaging and documentation.
• Responsiveness and effectiveness when supporting other shop functions.Adherence to safety, quality, and procedural requirements