Finning Helper

Kids for the Future; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is hiring a Finning Helper in Claremore, OK. This entry-level role assists skilled operators and welders in manufacturing finned tubes, performing material handling, machine setup support, and quality checks.

The position requires 6+ months of manufacturing or related labor experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and strict PPE use in a non-climate-controlled factory environment. Training provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a basic tape measure test.
• Ability to follow written technical work instructions.
• 6+ months of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or construction labor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Material Handling & Staging: Load heavy raw steel tubing and metal fin strips onto machine input racks.
• Machine Assistance: Assist the primary operator with setting up, threading, and running finning machines that apply fins to tubes.
• Material Prep: Prep, grind, and clean raw metals before production; remove scraps and deburr edges.
• Quality Control: Use tape measures, calipers, or micrometers to verify lengths and fin spacing against blueprints; inspect for defects.
• Packaging & Shipping: Package, label, and secure finished finned tubes for shipment.
• Shop Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, organized, hazard-free work environment.
• Safety: Wear PPE including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and ear protection.

Skills

Tape measure test

Written work instructions

Job description

• Location 401 East Lowry Road,Claremore, OK, 74017,United States
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT

A Finning Helper (also known as a Fintube Machine Operator Helper) assists skilled operators and welders in manufacturing specialized finned tubes.This is a physical, entry-level production role ideal for individuals looking to build a career in industrial fabrication.

Material Handling & Staging: Load heavy raw steel tubing and metal fin strips onto machine input racks.

Machine Assistance: Assist the primary operator with setting up, threading, and running finning machines that wrap or embed metal fins onto the tubes.

Material Prep: Prep, grind, and clean raw metals before production. Remove metal scraps and deburr sharp edges after processing.

Quality Control: Use measuring tools like tape measures, calipers, or micrometers to verify tube lengths and fin spacing against blueprints. Visually inspect finished products for defects.

Packaging & Shipping: Package, label, and secure finished finned tube units into crates for final shipment.

Shop Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment by sweeping and clearing debris.

Experience: 6+ months of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or general construction labor is preferred.

Skills: Ability to pass a basic tape measure test and follow written technical work instructions.

Heavy Lifting: Ability to regularly and repetitively lift up to 50 lbs.

Stamina: Capability to stand, bend, stoop, and walk on concrete floors for long shifts lasting 8 to 12 hours.

Work Environment: Comfortable working in non-climate-controlled factory environments (susceptible to extreme heat, cold, dust, and loud machine noise).

Safety: Strict adherence to wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and ear protection