Finishing - Phoenix - Metal Worker I

Chromalloy; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalloy is seeking a Metal Worker to grind, blend, sand, polish, and finish aerospace castings. You will use hand and power tools to remove surface imperfections and ensure parts meet engineering specs and quality standards.

The role operates on a 3rd shift (Sunday–Thursday, 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.) with a $3.00 shift differential. New hires attend orientation Monday 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and training Tue–Fri 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., with transition to assigned shift after training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• 3+ months of manufacturing, machine operation, production, or related experience preferred.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English and follow work instructions.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power finishing tools.

Responsibilities

• Grind, blend, sand, buff, and polish metal castings to meet specifications.
• Operate pneumatic and power hand tools (die grinders, belt sanders, buffing equipment, sandblasting).
• Remove parting lines, excess material, scratches and burrs.
• Review routers and work instructions before starting work.
• Perform visual inspections and identify areas needing weld or rework.
• Complete rework and repair per inspection results.
• Select abrasives and finishing methods for each operation.
• Document work performed and production paperwork.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Grinding

Blending

Sanding

Polishing

Finishing

Hand tools

Power tools

Quality inspection

Documentation

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ months manufacturing exposure

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Die grinders

Belt sanders

Buffing equipment

Sandblasting equipment

Job description

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Metal Worker to perform grinding, blending, sanding, polishing, and finishing operations on aerospace castings. This role uses hand and power tools to remove surface imperfections and prepare components to meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact—every day.

Shift: 3rd shift,Sunday – Thursday 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

Shift Differential: $3.00

Training: New hires are required to attend New Hire Orientation (Monday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) and first-week training (Tuesday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.). Additional training outside the assigned shift schedule may be required based on business needs or availability. Upon successful completion of training, employees will transition to their assigned shift.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Grind, blend, sand, buff, and polish metal castings to meet engineering and customer specifications.
• Operate pneumatic and power hand tools, including die grinders, belt sanders, buffing equipment, and sandblasting equipment.
• Remove parting lines, excess material, scratches, burrs, and other surface imperfections.
• Review routers, work instructions, and inspection requirements before beginning work.
• Perform visual inspections and identify areas requiring weld repair or additional processing.
• Complete rework and repair activities related to visual inspection and fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI).
• Select and use the correct abrasives, tooling, and finishing methods for each operation.
• Document work performed and accurately complete required production paperwork.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ months of manufacturing, machine operation, production, or related experience preferred.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and finishing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify surface defects and quality issues.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, specifications, and safety procedures.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to work safely, follow procedures, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Nice to Have

• Experience with grinding, blending, polishing, or finishing metal components.
• Experience in aerospace, foundry, casting, machining, or manufacturing environments.
• Experience performing visual inspections or rework activities.
• Familiarity with abrasive materials, polishing tools, and finishing techniques.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with moving equipment, vibration, loud noise, and frequent exposure to dust, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Regular use of hand and power tools for detailed finishing work.
• Ability to sit, stand, reach, and perform repetitive hand movements throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment required for inspection and finishing tasks.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing protection, safety glasses, hand protection, and safety-toed shoes.