Night Edge Prep Technician — Quality, Safety Focus

Taylor Machine Works; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental/Vision

Vacation 10

Holidays 401K Life Insurance

Job summary

Taylor Defense Products, LLC in Louisville, MS is seeking an Edge Prep Technician for night shifts. You will surface clean, edge prepare, and inspect joints to ensure high-quality edges before finishing steps.

The role requires attention to detail, physical stamina to stand and use hand tools, and ability to operate basic equipment and a forklift. Education: high school diploma or GED; two years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail to spot flaws, residue, or uneven edges.
• Good stamina to stand, bend, and use hand/power tools for long shifts.
• Experience with basic hand tools, scrapers, buffers, or mechanical cleaning devices.
• Must be able to operate forklift.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED; 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Surface Cleaning: Sweep, vacuum, dust, and wash work areas or floors.
• Edge Preparation: Scrape, sand, grind, or clean joints and edges to remove old sealant, rust, burrs, or grease.
• Chemical Mixing: Mix water, detergents, or acidic solutions safely per specs.
• Inspection & Quality Control: Verify edges are smooth, dry, and clean before next step.
• Safety Compliance: Wear PPE and follow safety protocols with tools/chemicals.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Physical Stamina

Tool Familiarity

Forklift Operation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Scrapers

Buffers

Job description

Taylor Defense Products, LLC in Louisville, MS is seeking an Edge Prep Technician for night shifts. You will surface clean, edge prepare, and inspect joints to ensure high-quality edges before finishing steps.

The role requires attention to detail, physical stamina to stand and use hand tools, and ability to operate basic equipment and a forklift. Education: high school diploma or GED; two years of related experience.