Metal Finisher

Aerotek; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability (short/long-term)

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Metal Finisher in Clinton, TN to deburr, grind, polish, and clean metal components, ensuring finish and quality standards. The role is hands-on in a hot, dirty, non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

You will lift up to 50 lbs, operate finishing equipment, and support production on the shop floor. The position is a contract-based, onsite role with pay at $17 per hour.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience deburring metal to provide the correct finish.
• Ability to use grinders, sanders, and other metal finishing tools.
• Capable of lifting and moving up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Comfort working in a hot, dirty, non-climate-controlled environment.
• General labor and production experience in manufacturing.
• Attention to detail to identify burrs and surface imperfections.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Deburr metal parts to meet quality specifications.
• Grind, sand, and polish metal surfaces with hand or power tools.
• Clean metal components to remove burrs and surface imperfections.
• Inspect finished parts visually and by feel for correct standards.
• Handle and lift metal parts weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Support general production tasks on the shop floor.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and remove scrap.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE.
• Operate grinding and finishing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Work in hot, dirty, non-climate-controlled environment for the shift.

Skills

Deburring metal

Grinders and sanders

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Manufacturing environment

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Tools

Grinders

Sanders

Finishing tools

Job description

Job Title: Metal Finisher Job Description

The Metal Finisher prepares and refines metal components by deburring, grinding, polishing, and cleaning to achieve the required finish and quality standards. This role involves hands-on general production work, frequent heavy lifting, and working in a physically demanding, hot, and dirty manufacturing environment while supporting overall production needs.

Responsibilities

• Deburr metal parts to achieve the correct finish and meet quality specifications.

• Grind, sand, and polish metal surfaces using hand tools and power tools.

• Clean metal components to remove burrs, slag, and surface imperfections.

• Inspect finished parts visually and by feel to ensure they meet required standards.

• Handle and lift metal parts and materials weighing up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.

• Support general production and manufacturing tasks as needed on the shop floor.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including removal of scrap and debris.

• Follow all safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment.

• Operate grinding and finishing equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• Work effectively in a hot, dirty, non-climate-controlled environment for the duration of the shift.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience deburring metal to provide the correct finish.

• Ability to use grinders, sanders, and other metal finishing tools.

• Capability to lift and move up to 50 lbs repeatedly during the workday.

• Comfort working in a hot, dirty, non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

• General labor and general production experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

• Attention to detail to identify and remove burrs and imperfections on metal surfaces.

• Ability to follow safety guidelines and standard operating procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with metal finishing processes such as grinding, polishing, and sanding.

• Background in concrete finishing or similar finishing work that requires attention to surface quality.

• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment.

• Willingness to learn new finishing techniques and grow with the company.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, growth-oriented company that values long-term employment and invests in each employee. The organization has not had a layoff in 25 years and has doubled in size every year for the past four years, offering strong job security and opportunities for advancement. As a family-owned operation, it emphasizes a supportive culture where hard work is recognized and development is encouraged.

Work Environment

This role is based in a hands-on manufacturing facility that is not climate controlled, so temperatures can be hot and conditions can be dirty. The work involves frequent heavy lifting, standing for long periods, and performing physically demanding tasks with metal parts and finishing equipment such as grinders and sanders. Employees typically wear appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment suitable for a metal finishing and production environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Clinton, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Clinton,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteris…