Finishing Operator

Matthews International; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages starting at $20.00/°

Sign-on bonus $500 after 6 months

Job stability

Respectful culture

Medical, Dental & Vision

Employer HSA contribution

Earned time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Education assistance

Dependent scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Matthews International in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a Finishing Operator for 2nd shift (1pm–9:30pm, Monday–Friday with occasional Saturday OT). You will perform finishing tasks across belting, chasing, coating, drilling, sanding, and packing to ensure quality and smooth production flow.

We offer competitive wages starting at $20.00/hr, a $500 sign-on bonus after 6 months, strong benefits, earned time off, holidays, 401(k) match, stock purchase, and education/dependent scholarship programs to

Qualifications

• 2+ years of finishing experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, hand tools, machinery.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspects product at work station to determine work required.
• Determines required finish operation based upon production order and ticket.
• Performs finish process that meet quality standards of operation.
• Transfers product to and from work station in a safe manner.
• Observes and follows safety precautions, rules and regulations.
• Belting: belting AIB, VA memorials, and regular memorials, changing belts as necessary and end of shift procedure.
• Chasing: examining castings and determining what needs chased, pounding down welds, filling small holes with shot, chasing the surface, letters, ribbons, emblems, vase holes edges, and ornamentation, using the appropriate tools.
• Clear Coating: performing clear coating operations, operating the clear booth controls, purging the paint gun, and end of shift procedures.
• Drilling and Tapping: drilling and tapping of markers.
• General Cleaning: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster.
• Hand Polishing: performing hand polishing, using air tools, and end of shift procedures.
• Oxidation: preparing castings for oxidation, performing oxidation, performing basic oxidation techniques, and end of shift procedures.
• Packing & Shipping: performing the final quality inspection of castings, then packing and shipping them.
• Painting: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster.
• Hand-finishing: working with the aid of a microscope, engraving and sharpening rotary dies and inspecting parts for incoming and outgoing quality control.
• Responsible for maintaining work area and all equipment required to complete job.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Machinery operation

Job description

Are you looking for more than just a job?

Matthews International!

A company with over175 years of success and stability. As a global leader in memorialization, we take pride in our craftsmanship and commitment to quality — and it all starts with our people.

We're currently seeking aFinishingOperatorto join our team. This is more than a manufacturing role — it's a chance to become part of a proud tradition and build a stable, long-term career in a supportive and safety-first environment. This is a2nd Shiftposition,Monday-Friday, 1pm - 9:30pm with Saturday OT as needed.

The Finishing Operator performs a variety of functions under the finishing area, which includes: belting, chasing, clear coating, drilling & tapping, sandblast operator, polisher operator, oxidation, packing & shipping, and painting. This position works to assure accuracy, quality control and promotes the flow of materials necessary to production.

WHY YOU'LLLOVEWORKING HERE

• Competitive wagesstarting at$20.00 per hour.
• Bonus: $500 sign on bonus after 6 months (must be employed on date of payout).
• Job Stability:We’ve been around for 175 years — and we’re still growing!
• Respectful Culture: You’re not just a number — you're part of the team.
• Medical, Dental & Vision: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, including an employer HSA (Health Savings Account) contribution.
• Earned Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with earned time off to spend on your terms.
• Paid Holidays: Celebrate special moments and create lasting memories with paid holidays.
• Financial Perks: 401(k) program with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Education Perks: We believe in your continued growth and offer educational assistance to support your professional development.
• Dependent Scholarship Opportunities: We care about your family's future, which is why we provide opportunities for your dependents to pursue their educational dreams.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Visually inspects product at work station to determine work required.
• Determines required finish operation based upon production order and ticket.
• Performs finish process that meet quality standards of operation. Standards of operation are located on site for operators review and training.
• Transfers product to and from work station in a safe manner.
• Observes and follows safety precautions, rules and regulations.
• Belting: belting AIB, VA memorials, and regular memorials, changing belts as necessary and end of shift procedure.
• Chasing: examining castings and determining what needs chased, pounding down welds, filling small holes with shot, chasing the surface, letters, ribbons, emblems, vase holes edges, and ornamentation, using the appropriate tools.
• Clear Coating: performing clear coating operations, operating the clear booth controls, purging the paint gun, and end of shift procedures.
• Drilling and Tapping: drilling and tapping of markers.
• General Cleaning: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster.
• Hand Polishing: performing hand polishing, using air tools, and end of shift procedures.
• Oxidation: preparing castings for oxidation, performing oxidation, performing basic oxidation techniques, and end of shift procedures.
• Packing & Shipping: performing the final quality inspection of castings, then packing and shipping them.
• Painting: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster.
• Hand-finishing: working with the aid of a microscope, engraving and sharpening rotary dies and inspecting parts for incoming and outgoing quality control.
• Responsible for maintaining work area and all equipment required to complete job.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years of previous finishing experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, hand tools, machinery.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

*The noise level in the work environment may be high.