Metal Finisher

Gratz Pilates; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Gratz Pilates is seeking a Metal Finisher to join our team. The role involves basic smoothing, shaping, and finishing metal products using grinding equipment to ensure high-quality finished pieces that feed into the production process.

The ideal candidate has experience as a metal grinder/finisher, can read blueprints, and adheres to safety regulations, with strong attention to detail and the ability to lift heavy parts on site.

Qualifications

• High school equivalent or vocational training.
• Proven experience as a metal grinder/finisher or similar metalworking role.
• Strong understanding of grinding machines and hand tools.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to lift and move heavy metal parts.
• Safety-conscious with a commitment to following safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operating grinding machinery to remove excess material and smooth edges of metal products.
• Inspecting metal pieces for defects, unfinished edges, and damaged parts.
• Adjusting machine settings to control speed, feed, and depth of cut to achieve desired finish.
• Evaluating, maintaining and replacing grinding wheels and other parts of the machinery.
• Reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, and instructions for production.
• Maintaining organized workstations and proper storage of tools and materials.
• Communicating with supervisors to ensure production timelines and quality standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grinding machines

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Metal Finisher

Location: N Preston St.19104

We are looking for proven Metal Finishers/Shop Apprentices to join our team and contribute to the creation of our quality products.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for basic smoothing, shaping, and finishing metal products using grinding equipment. The Metal Finisher will be expected to maintain a high standard for finished products, as their work will flow into the production process.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating grinding machinery to perform several duties, including removing excess material and smoothing rough edges of our
  metal products.
• Inspecting metal pieces for defects, unfinished edges,
  and damaged parts.
• Adjusting machine settings to control speed, feed, and depth of cut to achieve desired finish.
• Evaluating, maintaining and replacing grinding wheels and other parts of the machinery.
• Reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, and instructions as it pertains to the production of work.
• General up-keep of working area, ensuring workstations
  are organized, the proper storage of tools and materials.
• Communicating with supervisors to ensure production timelines and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• High school equivalent or vocational training.
• Proven experience as a metal grinder/finisher or
  similar metalworking role.
• Strong understanding of grinding machines and hand tools.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to lift and move heavy metal parts.
• Safety-conscious with a commitment to following safety regulations.