Finishing Operator

Dauch; Ridgway (Elk County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch is seeking a Finishing Operator in Ridgway, PA to perform final quality checks on manufactured parts and support the finishing process with deflash, grinding, and related equipment.

The role requires operating inspection gauges, documenting results, and ensuring parts meet customer specifications and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to perform quality inspections with gauges.
• Ability to operate finishing equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform final visual and dimensional inspections.
• Operate deflash, grinding, and finishing equipment.
• Document quality results and report non-conforming parts.
• Start up/shut down finishing equipment and perform changeovers.

Skills

Quality inspection

Machine operation

Safety procedures

Metrology skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Robotic deflash

CNC deflash

Rotary grinders

Shot peening equipment

Job description

Job Posting TitleFinishing OperatorLegal EntityMetaldyne Sintered Ridgway, LLC (Ridgway Forge and Convent)Job Description SummaryResponsible for performing final visual and quality inspections of manufactured parts to ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, and production requirements. Identifies and removes non-conforming parts, performs required inspections, and accurately documents quality results to support the delivery of defect-free products. Responsible for supporting the finishing process by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting deflash, grinding, and finishing equipment to meet production, quality, and safety requirements. The Forge Finisher performs inspections, makes machine and tooling adjustments, completes production documentation, and ensures parts meet customer specifications.Job Description:Conduct quality checks using gauges, measurement devices, and inspection equipmentRemove connecting rods (con-rods) from gauges and verify dimensions using coin slot gaugesInspect parts for visual and dimensional defects in accordance with established quality standardsTransfer approved product to the pack-out conveyor system for shipment preparationIdentify, segregate, and report non-conforming material in accordance with quality proceduresOperate preliminary and finish deflash equipment, including robotic and CNC deflash machinesOperate rotary grinders, shot peening equipment, and related finishing equipmentStart up and shut down finishing equipment according to established proceduresPerform changeovers and equipment setups to support production schedulesOperate machine controls safely and effectively to maintain process performanceIdentify, document, and process non-conforming material in accordance with NCM proceduresRequired Skills and EducationHigh school diploma or General Education Degree RequiredRequires a minimum of 1-year experience in manufacturing operationsAbout Dauch:Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.