Sander/Grinder Operator (Metal Finisher)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Sander/Grinder Operator (Metal Finisher)

Shift: 5:30am-4:00pm Mon-Thurs (Overtime available Fri/Sat)

Pay: $17/hr

Location: Ocala, FL (34474)

Job Description

Join a dynamic team dedicated to manufacturing large, custom, special-purpose vehicles. As a Surface Finisher, you will perform duties such as sanding, grinding, and repairing units in preparation for welding, assembly, or paint, all while ensuring quality and meeting specifications.

Responsibilities

• Sand, grind, bevel, and prepare parts for welding.
• Feather, flute, flat and level grind surfaces to eliminate stress areas.
• Remove sharp edges, dents, and substrate defects.
• Work from process sheets, shop orders, and blueprints.
• Clean components by removing grit, grease, and other contaminants.
• Inspect structures for defects like dents and rough welds.
• Repair defects using fillers, sand, and apply primer as needed.
• Wire brush, grind, and buff welds to meet cosmetic criteria.
• Recognize and address weld defects such as fractures and distortions.
• Change grades of abrasives to suit finishing requirements.
• Remove and refit components such as doors using appropriate tools.
• Flat surface sand with precision to meet aesthetic standards.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16th of an inch.
• Strong attendance, attitude, and work ethic.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and schematics.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Teamwork and willingness to assist others.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with hand and powered tools, spraying equipment, forklifts, and fixtures.
• Proficient in using sanders, grinders, tape measures, squares, and files.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401k plan. Receive a $75 voucher annually for steel or composite shoes. Take advantage of free coffee and a breakroom with a market area. Opportunities for career advancement are available, with a clear path from Level 1 to Master level, along with pay raises. The company offers a four-day work week, with voluntary overtime available, and operates multiple facilities in Ocala for growth opportunities.

Work Environment

The role is based in an open-air manufacturing facility, which can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. The shift is from 5:30 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Thursday. Voluntary overtime is typically available on Fridays and Saturdays from 5:30 AM to 10:30 AM, with possibilities for additional hours during the week.

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

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

This is a fully onsite position in Ocala,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.