Finishing Specialist

Holt Technical Staffing; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Technical Staffing is seeking a Finishing Specialist for a metal finishing role in Clearwater, FL. The position involves preparing parts for finishing, operating plating and coating processes, and maintaining chemical baths per procedures.

Ideal candidates have high school or GED, NADCAP exposure, and experience with finishing tools and measurement instruments. The job emphasizes safety, documentation, and quality control in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; technical certificate preferred.
• 3 years' experience in anodizing or electroplating or metal finishing.
• NADCAP experience highly desirable.
• Familiarity with plating chemistries, bath control, and process documentation.
• Reading blueprints/specs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for finishing: clean, degrease, etch, mask, rack parts.
• Operate electroplating, anodizing, and conversion coating processes according to sheets.
• Maintain chemical baths: temperature, pH, concentration; add chemicals as required.
• Perform post-finishing steps: rinse, passivate, dry, package.
• Inspect parts with gauges, micrometers, calipers, and visual checks.
• Maintain logs and quality paperwork; report nonconforming parts.
• Troubleshoot finish defects and implement corrective actions with supervision.
• Follow PPE, safety, and waste-disposal procedures.
• Keep area and equipment clean; perform basic maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Procedural compliance

Problem solving

Communication

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certificate in electroplating or metal finishing (plus)

Tools

Finishing tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Finishing Specialist Our client, a leading U.S. based aerospace manufacturing company based in Clearwater, FL are currently hiring for a Metal Finisher to join their team. The company specialises in high-precision, tight-tolerance components and are known for advanced machining capabilities, strong quality standards, and continued investment in modern manufacturing technologies.

Key Responsibilities for the Metal Finisher

• Prepare parts for finishing: clean, degrease, etch, mask, and rack or fixture parts.
• Operate processes (electroplating, anodizing, conversion coatings) according to process sheets and bath controls.
• Mix, maintain, and monitor chemical baths (temperature, pH, concentration) and add chemicals per procedure.
• Perform post-finishing operations: rinsing, passivation, drying, and packaging.
• Inspect finished parts using gauges, micrometers, calipers, visual standards, and thickness measurement tools.
• Maintain accurate production and bath-chemical logs, complete quality paperwork, and report nonconforming parts.
• Troubleshoot finish defects (adhesion, discoloration, pitting, roughness) and implement corrective actions with supervision.
• Follow safety, environmental, and PPE requirements for handling chemicals, acids, and heavy metals; comply with waste-disposal and regulatory procedures.
• Keep work area, equipment, and tooling clean and organized; perform basic equipment maintenance and report larger maintenance needs.

Skills & Experience

• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow written procedures and maintain process records.
• Basic problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical certificate in electroplating or metal finishing a plus.
• 3 years' experience in anodizing Type 1, 2, 3; electroplating, or metal finishing preferred.
• 3 years plus on experience in type 3 anodize a must. NADCAP experience.
• Familiarity with plating chemistries, bath control, and process documentation.
• Experience with finishing tools (buffers, polishers, tumblers, grinders) and basic measuring instruments.
• Knowledge of quality standards (ISO, MIL, ASTM) and reading of blueprints/specs desirable.

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing/plant environment with exposure to chemicals, noise, and moderate heat.
• Required PPE: gloves, goggles/face shield, aprons, respirators when applicable.
• Shift work may be required, including overtime.