Parts Cleaner

QPS Employment Group; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is hiring a Parts Cleaner / Metal Finishing in Itasca, IL. This hands-on role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, working in tight spaces and in a fast-paced industrial setting.

You will clean, finish, and inspect parts using hand and power tools, ensuring quality and safety throughout the process. Applicants should be dependable, detail-oriented, and able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Qualifications

• Must have ability to frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in confined and tight spaces while performing cleaning, grinding, sanding, and polishing tasks
• Capable of standing, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching and performing repetitive motions for extended periods
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment with exposure to dust, noise, and vibration from power tools
• Willing to work long hours, including overtime as needed to meet production demands
• Previous experience in manufacturing, industrial cleaning, metal finishing, or related field preferred
• Experience using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic

Responsibilities

• Clean, prepare, and restore parts and components according to company quality standards
• Operate various hand and power tools including pneumatic sanders, electric grinders, polishing and buffing equipment
• Remove rust, debris, paint, grease, and other contaminants from parts and surfaces
• Inspect parts for defects and ensure components meet specifications before moving to the next stage of production
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all safety procedures and company policies
• Assist with moving, loading, and positioning parts and materials throughout the facility

Job description

Position Title: Parts Cleaner / Metal Finishing Wage: $18.00/hour QPS Employment Group is hiring a Parts Cleaner / Metal Finishing role in Itasca, IL. This hands-on position is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced industrial environment, are comfortable with physically demanding work, and enjoy working with their hands. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., working in tight spaces, and willing to put in long hours when needed, this is an opportunity to build valuable skills and grow within the company.

Responsibilities:

• Clean, prepare, and restore parts and components according to company quality standards
• Operate various hand and power tools, including pneumatic sanders, electric grinders, polishing and buffing equipment and other finishing and cleaning tools as required
• Remove rust, debris, paint, grease, and other contaminants from parts and surfaces
• Inspect parts for defects and ensure components meet specifications before moving to the next stage of production
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all safety procedures and company policies
• Assist with moving, loading, and positioning parts and materials throughout the facility

Requirements:

• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in confined and tight spaces while performing cleaning, grinding, sanding, and polishing tasks
• Capability to stand, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment with exposure to dust, noise, and vibration from power tools
• Ability to work long hours, including overtime as needed to meet production demands
• Previous experience in manufacturing, industrial cleaning, metal finishing, or a related field preferred
• Experience using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic

IND133 QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment.

Why Work with QPS?

• Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
• Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process
• Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.
• Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.
• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.