Material/Paint Prepper

Creo Industrial Arts, LLC; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO first year

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

CREO Industrial Arts, LLC in Woodinville, WA is seeking a Material Prep Technician to prepare fabricated metal parts by grinding, sanding, and finishing them to meet quality standards and ready them for painting. You will sand, grind, and finish metal, acrylics, and other parts using hand and power tools, ensure surfaces are smooth and free of defects, follow blueprints, and inspect work for accuracy.

This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced production

Qualifications

• Previous experience in metal finishing, grinding, or sanding (preferred)
• Ability to use various hand tools, grinders, and sanding equipment
• Good attention to detail and a strong work ethic
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, production environment

Responsibilities

• Sand, grind, and finish fabricated metal, acrylics, and other parts using hand and power tools
• Ensure smooth, clean surfaces free of imperfections or sharp edges
• Follow blueprints, drawings, or work instructions as required
• Inspect finished work for accuracy and quality
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe working order
• Adhere to safety procedures and workplace cleanliness standards
• Act as a shop hand or production helper as needed

Skills

Metal finishing

Grinding

Sanding

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Tools

Hand tools

Grinders

Sanding equipment

Job description

CREO Industrial Arts is a custom fabricator that has been producing high-end architectural products for over 40 years. We execute the vision of the world’s finest architects, experiential graphics designers, landscape architects, and exhibit designers, producing extremely high fit and finish custom products for a wide variety of venues.

From the smallest, most detailed piece to large, multi-story structures, CREO does it all. Every project is different, but what they all have in common is the sophistication of the design and the industry’s highest standard of quality.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a key member of the Fabrication team, the Material Prep Technician is responsible for preparing fabricated metal parts by grinding, sanding, and finishing them to meet quality standards and preparing them to be painted.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sand, grind, and finish fabricated metal, acrylics, and other parts using hand and power tools

Ensure smooth, clean surfaces free of imperfections or sharp edges

Follow blueprints, drawings, or work instructions as required

Inspect finished work for accuracy and quality

Maintain tools and equipment in safe working order

Adhere to safety procedures and workplace cleanliness standards

Act as a shop hand or production helper as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience in metal finishing, grinding, or sanding (preferred)

Ability to use various hand tools, grinders, and sanding equipment

Good attention to detail and a strong work ethic

Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

Willingness to work in a fast-paced, production environment

WORKING HOURS:

Monday-Thursday, 5am to 3:30pm

Pay:

$22.00 to $25.00 per hour

COMPANY SALARY/BENEFITS:

CREO offers a strong culture focused on career growth and development, along with a competitive compensation package. Employees receive 9 paid holidays annually and 2 weeks of paid time off (PTO) during their first year of employment.

In addition, CREO provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability (LTD) coverage.

CREO also offers a generous 401(k) retirement plan match, contributing 100% of the first 3% of eligible compensation you contribute, plus 50% of the next 2% you contribute. This means that if you contribute 5% of your pay, CREO will contribute an additional 4%. Company matching contributions are immediately 100% vested, giving you full ownership of those funds as soon as they are deposited into your account.

CREO provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.