Metal Finisher

Gratz Pilates, LLC.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance —低

Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term DI

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off — holidays, s

401(k) Retirement Plan

Optional Pet Insurance

Job summary

Gratz Pilates, LLC. is seeking a Metal Finisher to join our shop team. The role focuses on basic smoothing, shaping, and finishing metal products using grinding equipment, ensuring high-quality finished parts flow smoothly into production.

Responsibilities include operating grinders, inspecting pieces for defects, and adjusting settings to achieve the correct finish. Candidates should read blueprints, maintain tools, and work safely in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or vocational training required.
• Proven experience as a metal grinder/finisher or similar 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 adherence to safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinding machinery to remove excess material and smooth edges.
• Inspect metal pieces for defects and unfinished edges.
• Adjust machine settings to control speed, feed, and depth of cut for desired finish.
• Maintain and replace grinding wheels and other machinery parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings for production work.
• Keep workstations organized and tools properly stored.
• Coordinate with supervisors to meet timelines and quality standards.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Attention to detail

Quality control

Safety awareness

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.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance — low employee premiums, with zero-deductible plan options available


• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance


• Company-Paid Life Insurance


• Generous Paid Time Off — including holidays, sick time, and vacation


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Optional Pet Insurance