Finisher

Job Title: Finisher

Job Description

Perform duties to sand, grind, mount, or repair any unit in preparation for welding, assembly operations, or paint, meeting specifications as part of the manufacture of large, custom, special purpose vehicles. Work within the limits of prescribed routines.

Responsibilities

• Sand or grind parts or bevel edges in preparation for welding.

• Feather, flute, flat and level grind, remove severe corners to overcome surface stress areas subject to fatigue fractures.

• Remove sharp edges or burrs, detect dents, holes, and substrate issues.

• Work from process sheets, shop orders, prints, schedules, pick-lists, and instructions.

• Blow off and wipe down components or units to remove grit, grease, and other foreign surfaces.

• Check cab, body, or component structure for obvious defects such as dents, rough weld beads, fractures, and wavy surfaces.

• Repair defects, apply fillers, file or sand areas to meet surface finish requirements.

• Apply primer over corrected areas of body and expose aluminum as needed.

• Wire brush welds to remove smoke, grind and remove excess weld beads to smooth the surface.

• Remove residue from weld area, apply compound and buff surface to meet cosmetic criteria and specifications.

• Recognize and call attention to weld defects such as fractures, voids, porosity, and distortion.

• Sand and apply polishing compound and buff as required to achieve smooth surfaces.

• Change grades of abrasive or compounds to suit finishing requirements.

• Clean and buff surfaces such as tread plate and remove scratches on non-painted surfaces.

• Remove doors or other components, place on work stand or fixture, pull required hinges and backup bars, and mount in place.

• Flat surface sand specified pieces and vary pressure of sander to obtain symmetrical pattern across surface to meet cosmetic requirements.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in grinding and sanding.

• Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16th.

• Strong attendance record.

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

• Ability to work in a team and willingness to help others.

• Willingness to learn.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with shop orders, grinders, sanding, and hand tools.

• Proficiency with hand and powered tools, spraying equipment, forklift, fixtures, sanders, grinders, tape measures, squares, and files.

Why Work Here?

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k plan, and a $75 voucher once per year for steel or composite shoes. Enjoy free coffee and a breakroom with a market area. There is an opportunity to advance from Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, to a Master level role with pay raises at each level. We also offer a four-day work week, voluntary overtime, and opportunities for advancement across multiple facilities.

Work Environment

This is an open-air manufacturing facility, which will be hot during the summer and cold during the winter.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ocala, Florida.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.50 - $21.50

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ocala,FL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 15, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.