Finishing - 1st

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

Are you someone who enjoys hands-on work, learning new skills, and helping produce high-quality products? We're looking for a Finishingteam member who is ready to learn, grow, and support Menk USA's finishing operations.

The purpose of this role is to: The Finishing team member supports Menk USA's production by performing entry-level finishing tasks. This role focuses on foundational finishing processes such as shot blasting, paint prep, part prep, and sanding, and operates under supervision to help ensure quality and safety standards are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform entry-level finishing operations under guided instructions, including shot blasting, paint prep, part prep, and sanding.

• Inspect parts visually and report defects.

• Operate finishing tools and equipment (assisted use of flooding guns, pallet jacks, spray equipment).

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Follow all company safety procedures and wear required PPE.

• Complete the Finishing training matrix and cross-train in other finishing tasks as available.

• Support operational needs while primarily assigned to one area.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational goals.

Skills:

• Basic understanding of finishing processes and equipment.

• Ability to follow guided instructions and visual inspection procedures.

• Basic tool operation skills (assisted use of finishing equipment).

• Awareness of safety standards and proper use of PPE.

• Willingness to learn and develop skills under supervision.

• Basic computer literacy for scanning and data entry in finishing systems.

Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• 0-2 years of manufacturing or finishing experience preferred.

• Exposure to overhead cranes or industrial lifts is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, stoop, squat, and kneel for extended periods.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds when required.

• Ability to travel throughout the facility to perform job duties.

• Ability to spend extended periods in a production environment.

• Ability to lift and move materials using appropriate equipment.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of:

• Background check
• Employment and education verification
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Job-specific lift test

All employees must also meet the competency requirements for their role as defined by the company's training matrix and successfully complete required training.