Metal Finisher / Belt Grinder

Crafted Staff; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Crafted Staff in Dover, PA is seeking a Metal Finisher / Belt Grinder to join a busy metal fabrication operation. You will use belt grinding and finishing equipment to improve surface quality on metal components and prepare parts for the next production stage.

Ideal candidates have hands-on manufacturing experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment. This full-time role offers steady hours in a hands-on shop.

Qualifications

• Experience in metal finishing, grinding, polishing or deburring.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication is a plus.
• Hands-on manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate belt grinders to finish fabricated metal parts.
• Grind and smooth metal surfaces to remove imperfections.
• Remove burrs and scratches; polish to required appearance.
• Visually inspect parts before and after finishing.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Follow safety procedures and production standards.
• Collaborate with finishing team to keep work moving.

Skills

Metal finishing

Belt grinding

Polishing

Deburring

Fabrication

Manufacturing

Grinding

Hand‑eye coordination

Tools

Belt grinders

Job description

Metal Finisher / Belt Grinder

Location: Dover, PA
Pay: $18.00 per hour

Position Overview

We are hiring Metal Finishers / Belt Grinders to join a busy metal fabrication and manufacturing operation in Dover, PA.

This is a hands‑on production role focused on improving the surface quality and appearance of fabricated metal components. You will use belt grinding and finishing equipment to remove imperfections, smooth rough areas, deburr edges, and prepare metal parts for the next stage of production or final finishing.

This position is a good fit for someone with experience in metal finishing, grinding, polishing, deburring, fabrication, or other hands‑on manufacturing work.

What You'll Do

• Operate belt grinders to finish fabricated metal parts and components
• Grind and smooth metal surfaces to remove imperfections
• Remove burrs, rough edges, scratches, and other surface defects
• Polish and finish metal parts to meet required appearance and quality standards
• Visually inspect parts before and after finishing
• Handle fabricated metal components safely throughout the production process
• Identify and report defects or quality concerns
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow established production, quality, and safety procedures
• Work with other members of the production and finishing teams to keep work moving efficiently

Relevant Experience

Previous experience in any of the following areas is helpful:

• Metal finishing
• Belt grinding
• Metal polishing
• Deburring
• Surface finishing
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Manufacturing
• Grinding
• General metalworking
• Production finishing

Candidates with experience as a Metal Finisher, Belt Grinder, Grinder, Polisher, Deburring Technician, Finishing Technician, Fabrication Technician, or Production Finisher may be a strong fit.

What We're Looking For

• Comfortable working with hand‑operated grinding and finishing equipment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to identify surface imperfections and produce a consistent finish
• Good hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Dependable and able to work effectively in a production environment
• Ability to follow work instructions and safety procedures
• Able to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team