Grinder/Finisher/Deburr Technician
Aerotek, florence, al, United States
**Job Title: Metal Finisher**
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled machine operator with experience in working with lathe machines, specifically Haas machines, for over 2 years. The successful candidate must be proficient in reading blueprints, using hand tools, and polishing or grinding edges of medical tools to ensure they meet specifications.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate metal finishing equipment, including polishing belts and wheels.
+ Use and maintain chemical baths to strip and polish parts.
+ Utilize cleaning baths for cleaning metal and plastic parts.
+ Finish metal products according to customer specifications.
+ Inspect, measure, and test manufactured products.
+ Deburr manufactured parts to meet quality standards.
+ Ensure products conform to specifications.
+ Prevent damage to equipment and processes.
+ Adhere to ISO quality management system procedures.
+ Follow safety and environmental procedures.
+ Execute written and verbal instructions from leadership.
+ Collaborate with all departments as necessary.
+ Perform non-routine tasks as assigned by supervisors or company officers.
**Essential Skills**
+ 2+ years of experience with lathe machines (Haas preferred).
+ Proficiency in blueprint reading.
+ Experience with grinding, polishing, deburring, and buffing.
+ Strong math skills, including the ability to perform calculations in both English and Metric systems.
+ Ability to read complicated drawings and specifications.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ 3+ years of experience in metal finishing preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Working knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
+ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
+ Physical ability to stand for long periods, use hand tools, and lift or move up to 25 lbs.
**Why Work Here?**
Join a dynamic team where you can grow your skills and potentially secure a full-time position. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities to work on challenging projects.
**Work Environment**
Our facility operates a busy schedule with shifts from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday, and one Saturday a month. The role involves standing for long periods and requires frequent use of hand tools and measuring devices.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract position based out of Florence, AL.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $20.00/hr.
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 Florence,AL.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
**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.
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled machine operator with experience in working with lathe machines, specifically Haas machines, for over 2 years. The successful candidate must be proficient in reading blueprints, using hand tools, and polishing or grinding edges of medical tools to ensure they meet specifications.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate metal finishing equipment, including polishing belts and wheels.
+ Use and maintain chemical baths to strip and polish parts.
+ Utilize cleaning baths for cleaning metal and plastic parts.
+ Finish metal products according to customer specifications.
+ Inspect, measure, and test manufactured products.
+ Deburr manufactured parts to meet quality standards.
+ Ensure products conform to specifications.
+ Prevent damage to equipment and processes.
+ Adhere to ISO quality management system procedures.
+ Follow safety and environmental procedures.
+ Execute written and verbal instructions from leadership.
+ Collaborate with all departments as necessary.
+ Perform non-routine tasks as assigned by supervisors or company officers.
**Essential Skills**
+ 2+ years of experience with lathe machines (Haas preferred).
+ Proficiency in blueprint reading.
+ Experience with grinding, polishing, deburring, and buffing.
+ Strong math skills, including the ability to perform calculations in both English and Metric systems.
+ Ability to read complicated drawings and specifications.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ 3+ years of experience in metal finishing preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Working knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
+ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
+ Physical ability to stand for long periods, use hand tools, and lift or move up to 25 lbs.
**Why Work Here?**
Join a dynamic team where you can grow your skills and potentially secure a full-time position. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities to work on challenging projects.
**Work Environment**
Our facility operates a busy schedule with shifts from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday, and one Saturday a month. The role involves standing for long periods and requires frequent use of hand tools and measuring devices.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract position based out of Florence, AL.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $20.00/hr.
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 Florence,AL.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
**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.