Metal Finisher

Metal Finisher

Job Description

The Metal Finisher prepares and refines metal parts by grinding, sanding, and polishing to meet production and quality standards. This role requires consistent physical activity, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Use various grinding techniques and equipment to finish metal parts according to specifications.

• Read and interpret basic instructions or blueprints to understand finishing requirements.

• Perform sanding, polishing, and other finishing processes to achieve smooth and consistent surfaces.

• Inspect parts visually and by feel to ensure they meet quality and finish standards.

• Handle and move metal parts, consistently lifting up to 30+ lbs as part of daily tasks.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe and efficient production.

• Follow all safety procedures when operating grinders and other finishing tools.

• Work collaboratively with production team members to meet output and quality goals.

• Adapt to changing priorities and support overtime work when production demands increase.

Essential Skills

• Experience using a grinder in a production or manufacturing environment.

• Ability to lift up to 30+ lbs consistently throughout the shift.

• Ability to bend, sit, stand, twist, and stoop for extended periods of time.

• Proficiency in grinding metal parts using various techniques.

• Basic understanding of production processes related to metal finishing.

• Attention to detail to ensure consistent and high-quality finishes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with polishing and sanding metal components.

• Familiarity with reading and understanding basic blueprints or work instructions.

• Comfort working with grinders, sanders, and other finishing tools.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable production environment where your hands-on skills directly contribute to the quality of finished products. The role offers consistent hours with the opportunity for overtime, allowing you to grow your experience in metal finishing while working with a supportive team focused on safety and reliability.

Work Environment

This position operates on a 2nd shift schedule, Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., with the possibility of overtime based on production needs. You work in a manufacturing or production facility using grinders, sanders, and polishing tools to finish metal parts. The role involves standing, bending, twisting, and lifting throughout the shift in an active, hands-on environment where safety procedures and proper attire appropriate for industrial work are required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Cedar Falls, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• 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 Cedar Falls,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.