Finisher Technician - Manufacturing (Quality)

We Build Power; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life, 401(k)

Paid time off

Retirement plan options

Supportive, experienced team

Job summary

Central Moloney in Florida is seeking a Finisher in Production to perform finishing and assembly on transformer units, ensuring quality before final inspection.

The role requires reading work instructions, using hand and power tools, and maintaining production documentation. This is a safety-sensitive, non-exempt position with standard first shift hours and OT as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in manufacturing/finishing/assembly preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, specifications and drawings.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools and measuring devices.
• Ability to perform assembly and finishing operations accurately.
• Ability to use measuring/inspection tools to verify finished work.
• Attention to detail to identify defects.
• Follow safety, quality and production procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform finishing operations including cleaning, assembly of attachments, torquing and guards.
• Assemble components and purchased parts such as switches, fuses, bushings, wells.
• Read and follow work instructions, specifications, drawings, and process procedures.
• Use hand/power tools and measuring devices to complete finishing and assembly.
• Inspect units for defects, fit, appearance and conformance to quality standards.
• Prepare units for shipment and assist with packaging and crates as required.
• Maintain production and quality documentation.
• Work safely and keep the work area organized.

Skills

Reading work instructions

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Basic math skills

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Manufacturing or production experience preferred

Ability to read and follow work instructions and drawings

Ability to safely use hand and power tools and measuring devices

Ability to perform assembly and finishing operations accurately

Ability to verify work with measuring/inspection tools

Attention to detail in quality defects

Safety, quality, and production procedures adherence

Job description

Job Title: Finisher

Department: Production

Work Location: Transformers FL

Reports To: Quality Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Compensation: $20 per hr

Shift: 1st - Monday - Thursday 6:30 am - 5 pm with OT Fridays/Saturday available per business needs.

About CMI:Central Moloney has been a trailblazer in manufacturing distribution transformers and transformer components since 1949. Our ISO 9001-certified legacy is built on delivering top-notch products, on-time reliability, and pushing the boundaries of excellence. Join us in powering a future resonating with Central Moloney's strength.

Position Summary: The Finisher performs secondary finishing and assembly operations on manufactured transformer units to prepare products for final inspection, packaging, and shipment. This position performs a variety of finishing processes, assembles components and purchased parts, inspects completed work, and follows established work instructions and quality requirements to support safe and efficient production.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned finishing operations, including cleaning, assembly of attachments, torquing, guards, and other secondary manufacturing processes.
• Assemble manufactured components and purchased parts, including switches, fuses, bushings, wells, and other assigned components.
• Read and follow work instructions, specifications, drawings, and established process procedures.
• Use assigned hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and production equipment to complete finishing and assembly operations.
• Inspect finished and assembled units for defects, proper fit, appearance, dimensions, and conformance with established quality requirements.
• Identify and communicate material, equipment, assembly, or quality issues and assist with routine troubleshooting or corrective actions as appropriate.
• Prepare, strap and band and protect completed units for shipment in accordance with established packaging requirements. Re-palletize as needed for certain units.
• Assemble or construct shipping crates and other packaging materials as required.
• Maintain required production and quality documentation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow established equipment, safety, quality, and housekeeping procedures.
• Work collaboratively with production and quality personnel to meet production requirements.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous manufacturing, finishing, assembly, or related production experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, specifications, drawings, and established process procedures.
• Ability to safely use applicable hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and production equipment.
• Ability to perform assembly and finishing operations accurately and consistently.
• Ability to use applicable measuring and inspection tools to verify completed work.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify material, assembly, finishing, or quality defects.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to perform routine troubleshooting within established procedures.
• Ability to follow established safety, quality, and production procedures.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving machinery, powered tools, and material-handling equipment.
• Work may involve exposure to dust, debris, fibers, fumes, vapors, coatings, epoxy materials, and airborne particulates associated with finishing, cleaning, drilling, sawing, coating, and assembly operations.
• Work requires regular use of and work around hand tools, powered tools, finishing equipment, forklifts, hoists, and other industrial equipment.
• Required use of applicable personal protective equipment (PPE) and compliance with established chemical/material-handling, equipment operation, housekeeping, and general safety procedures.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Lifting: Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
• Environment: Work in a facility with loud noise, extreme temperatures, and environmental stressors.
• Physical Activities: Sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, crouch, reach, and grasp as needed.
• PPE: Wear required PPE, including eye and hearing protection, gloves, and safety toe footwear.
• Dexterity and Vision: Manual dexterity and specific vision abilities (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment).
• Stamina: Stand for long shifts.
• Skills: Effective communication, basic math skills, and teamwork.
• Safety: Adhere to safety protocols and address hazards.

• Competitive pay starting at $20 per hour with opportunities for growth
• Full benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, and 401(k)
• Paid time off and retirement plan options
• Work with a supportive, experienced team in a stable industry

And because every great job needs a little fine print…

Please note & Review the following: This job is considered safety-sensitive because impairment by drugs or alcohol may constitute a threat to health or safety, and/or a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death.

Central Moloney is a tobacco-free facility. The use of tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and e-cigarettes/vapes) is not permitted on company property.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Central Moloney is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or family status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to creating a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all, and we believe that a variety of experiences and perspectives strengthens our team.

Recruitment Policy: No Third-Party Involvement We value the interest of all job seekers; however, we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies, staffing firms, or third-party recruiters. Any resumes submitted in the absence of a signed agreement with Central Moloney will be considered the property of CMI. Central Moloney will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.