Material Prep & Finishing Operator - Night Shift

As a Material Prep & Finishing (MP&F) Operator - Level I, you will prepare and inspect parts prior to and after other processes to ensure quality. This role supports production by handling material preparation, cleaning, masking, measuring, cutting, grinding, sanding, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Meets pulmonary standards: must pass pre-hire Pulmonary Respirator Evaluation for mask and/or respirator, and annual testing requirements.
• Read blueprints to identify parts and required tasks.
• Use Shop Floor Control systems (such as AS400) to determine job assignments and specifications.
• Prepare material surfaces using grinders, sanders, and masking parts.
• Perform masking, unmasking, cleaning, and retaping as needed for the next process stage.
• Visually inspect parts for quality prior to and post work.
• Operate saw cutting aluminum I-beams and stainless-steel rails (Paint Shop ONLY).
• Perform and maintain production and quality standards for grinding, sanding, and deburring of metallic parts.
• Maintain safety consciousness at all times, including proper use of required PPE such as dust masks.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Follow written work instructions.
• Train and cross-train in multiple MP&F Operator tasks; be engaged and retain training.
• Adhere to company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Pass Pulmonary Respirator Evaluation (Mask fit and test) prior to hire and annual testing thereafter.
• Experience working in a production environment.
• Basic knowledge of Shop Floor Control applications.
• Computer skills – required to enter data at a computer terminal.
• Basic counting and arithmetic skills.
• AS400 experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Ability to work well with others and adapt to business requirements.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, twist, and stand during the entire shift.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds frequently and up to 40 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to distinguish colors.

Benefits

• Market competitive pay.
• Extensive paid time off and 9 added holidays.
• Long/short-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Maternity & Paternal Leave.
• Additional benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.
• Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career.

Pay

Pay range for this opportunity is $17.77 - $23.00 per hour. This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than the range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, and foreign language fluency.

Schedule

Shift: 7:00 PM - 5:30 AM, Monday-Thursday.