Metal Finishing Prep
On-site · Jackson, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Metal Finishing Prep at Technique’s Jackson, MI facility focused on preparing metal surfaces to exacting A-class quality. Responsibilities include achieving A-class surface finishes with zero visible defects, performing automotive sanding techniques (dry sanding with progressive grits 80–600+), identifying and correcting surface defects (orange peel, runs, sags, pinholes, scratches, weld splatter), preparing metal substrates (degreasing, phosphate treatment, scuff prep), weld seam blending, masking critical areas, operating equipment (DA sanders, angle grinders, orbital polishers, laser etchers, leak-test machines, robotic welders), and adhering to MIL-SPEC/defense quality standards. Proficiency in blueprint reading, ability to read and interpret blueprints, and capability to work of a physically active nature (standing, lifting up to 50+ lbs) are required. The role includes machine operation (laser etch, leak-test, robotic welder), forklift operation with licensing, and comprehensive packing/shipping of finished goods. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm; full-time position with overtime as needed.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Demonstrated experience achieving A-class surface quality standards
- Proficiency in dry sanding using progressive grits (80 through 600+), block sanding, and feathering edges on complex contours
- Ability to identify and correct surface defects such as orange peel, runs, sags, pinholes, scratches, and weld splatter
- Experience prepping bare metal, weld joints, and machined surfaces including degreasing, phosphate treatment, and scuff prep prior to coating
- Skill in grinding, filing, and finishing weld beads to achieve smooth, seamless transitions that meet visual and dimensional tolerances
- Precision masking of critical areas, hardware, and adjacent assemblies to protect finished surfaces during multi-stage prep operations
- Familiarity with MIL-SPEC coating requirements, inspection criteria, and documentation practices preferred
- Competent use of DA sanders, angle grinders, orbital polishers, files, and hand-sanding blocks with knowledge of proper speed and pressure control
- Must be able to meet the requirements to be licensed and highly proficient at operating a forklift
- Ability to read blueprints and attention to detail
- This is a very active position requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day; must be able to frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, moving mechanical parts, industrial equipment, vibration, and loud noise
- No travel required
- Must be eligible to work in the United States; E-Verify partner employer
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