Metal Finishing Operator: Precision Sanding & Inspection

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.); Defiance (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) in Defiance, OH, is seeking a production associate to set up machines, adjust settings, and perform finishing operations on sheet metal parts. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of manufacturing experience, with the ability to read schematics and operate air tools. Lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of manufacturing/production experience required.
• Equivalent education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines and adjust settings for production tasks.
• Ensure safety and operational standards compliance.
• Sand and grind metal parts to finish for painting/plating as required by customer.
• Inspect parts visually for dents, scratches, or breaks in metal.
• Remove dents and weld welts; may perform limited tack welding for finishing.
• Maintain finishing tools; cleaning, oiling, storing as required.
• Move sheet metal components between loads and work surfaces following safety procedures.
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Air tools operation

Technical schematics

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Technical school certificate

Job description

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) in Defiance, OH, is seeking a production associate to set up machines, adjust settings, and perform finishing operations on sheet metal parts. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of manufacturing experience, with the ability to read schematics and operate air tools. Lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long shifts are expected.