Finishing Tech

Key Technology inc; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Key Technology inc is seeking a versatile finishing technician to sandblast, deburr, polish, grind, and wash stainless-steel parts according to engineering drawings and work instructions.

Responsibilities include operating a sandblast booth, loading carts, and assisting with abrasive mixtures while maintaining safety. The role requires reading finish notes, performing QA checks, and following standard finishing procedures in a production setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience or training.
• Level 2 requires 1–2 years related experience or training.
• Level 3 requires at least 3 years related experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Sandblast, deburr, polish, grind and wash stainless-steel parts to finish per drawings.
• Follow safety instructions and use tools like grinders and sanders.
• Operate sandblast booth and read finishing notes on engineering drawings.
• Load/unload carts, assist with abrasive mix, and move parts to next station.
• Perform QA inspections per weld quality and finishing standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Quality inspection

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Grinders

Sandblast booth

Electropolish equipment

Overhead crane

Forklift certification (Level 2)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:Sandblasts, deburrs, polishes, grinds and washes the surface of stainless-steel parts to remove various imperfections and achieve the finish quality defined by work instructions and/or engineering drawings.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Level 1:At all times ensures safety is the top priority while performing any part of the jobFollow verbal and written instructions given by Production SupervisorSafely operator hand tools (grinders, sanders, etc.) as needed to achieve required finish standardOperate sandblast boothRead and comprehend finishing notes on engineering drawingsObtain and maintain overhead crane certificationAssist in mixing and adding the specified amounts of required abrasive mix to machine hopper or pitLoad/unload carts and push carts to the next stationCompetent in producing a DA finishCompetent in the Electropolish processCompetent in meeting the requirements of a 6-101 finish standardCompetent in meeting the requirements of a 6-102 finish standardOther duties as assignedLevel 2:In addition to the above dutiesObtain and maintain forklift certificationGrain, polish, grind and blend weldsCompetent in meeting the requirements for optical housingsOperates the wash bayCompetent in meeting the requirements of a 6-103 finish standardLevel 3:In addition to the above duties.Perform QC inspections per the criteria defined by the associated weld quality and finishing standardsCompetent in meeting the requirements of the 6-104 finish standardPerforms sandblast media sieve testing as requiredIdentifies and repairs weld defects as needed to meet 6-103 and 6-104 finishing standardsPOSITION REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsEducation and/or Experience:Level 1: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Level 2: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Level 3: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or at least three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Language Skills:Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write simple correspondence and communicate verbally with other employees.Mathematical SkillsAbility to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.Reasoning AbilityAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, blue print, or schedule form. Ability to deal with problems involving few variables in standardized situations.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, kneel and climb step ladders. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently 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 the ability to adjust focus. Employee must be able to pass yearly respiratory health exam required to operate sandblast booth.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.