Metal Grinder/Finisher

Company: General Devices Co Inc
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

Are you proficient at grinding and buffing welds, corners, and bends to make a smooth surface to meet customer requirements before painting, powder coating, or polishing? Have Auto Body experience? Generally, candidates with auto body repair experience are a good fit for this position. We are looking for an experienced metal grinder/buffer/finisher to make our product look seamless.


Work hours: 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM some overtime may be required
Starting Pay: $21 to $23 per hour. May be negotiable for years of experience and skill level


What you will do:


Inspect parts for the operations performed at each workstation up to this point to ensure that they meet defined quality standards at each phase of the production process
Use hand tools (orbital hand grinder) to grind and buff metal parts
Determine which grinding, buffing, or polishing process is appropriate
Will determine type and grade of proper abrasive
Grind or buff a variety of parts usually in large lots
Grind and finish welds, surfaces, joints and edges on parts and assemblies on a variety of materials
Recognize defects and initiate corrective action
Maintain specified finish and shape
Hand or press straighten and check parts for bends, burrs, etc
Ensure finished product complies with customer specifications
Use proper tools to maintain equipment, check squareness of parts, etc., as required
Maintain tools and make minor repairs to keep in serviceable condition
Will perform routine maintenance on machines
Will advise and direct other employees when necessary
Must practice Company Safety Guidelines for all areas (must wear safety boots and glasses)
May be asked to work in a variety of different departments and/or operate various machines depending upon need
Physical requirements include the ability to walk and stand the entire shift, work in a dusty environment, arm and hand mobility, lifting 50 lbs occasionally


Must haves:


A great attitude and willingness to do what is needed to get the job done
The aptitude and desire to learn
Knowledge and ability to use an orbital sander to grind and buff meta
Knowledge of proper grade of abrasive
Able to measure or otherwise gauge a part to determine if it is in keeping with the customer's specifications
Knowledge and
Able to stand on concrete floor all day
Able to lift up to 50 pounds (or heavier with help)


What we offer:


We are a growing company with incredible possibilities
General Devices cares about out team members
Medical, dental and short-term Disability - one premium
Vision reimbursement
Flexible Spending Account
Company paid life insurance
Optional employee-paid life insurance
401K (Traditional and Roth)
PTO (start earning immediately. Can use after 90 days)




Veterans are encouraged to apply

People working on re-entry are encouraged to apply

No Recruiting or Temporary Agencies will receive responses

General Devices is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. General Devices is committed to providing team members with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at General Devices are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.





Compensation details: 21-23PI3639b5b299c3-25660-35869598

Keywords: General Devices Co Inc, Covington , Metal Grinder/Finisher, Other , Indianapolis, Kentucky