Grinder/Finisher

Virginia MetalFab is looking for motivated and energetic individuals to fill the role of Grinder/Finisher

WHO YOU ARE IN THIS ROLE

As a Grinder/Finisher, you will be a part of an AWESOME shop team and will be responsible for performing various tasks involved in the finishing process such as removing dents, scratches, and defects from metal surfaces using hand and power tools. You will also grind, sand, and file uneven surfaces, polishing and coating metal, and etching decorative details.

VIRGINIA METALFAB

Virginia MetalFab was founded in 2002 to provide the equine industry with high-quality manufactured and customized products. Since then, we’ve diversified to provide fabrication and manufacturing services to companies in a wide range of industries. Today we manufacture metal parts and assemblies for a wide range of industry leaders in the energy, utilities, transportation, and technology industries.

WE HAVE AMAZING PEOPLE!

You will love our people! We have hunters, car enthusiasts, gamers, musicians and every other variety of people. We have family people, single people, HAPPY PEOPLE! You will find friends here and we encourage you to bring along your friends too!

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Set up, operate, or tend grinding and related tools that remove excess material or burrs from surfaces, sharpen edges or corners, or buff, hone, or polish metal or plastic workpieces.
• Activate machine start-up switches to grind, lap, hone, debar, shear, or cut workpieces, according to specifications.
• Observe machine operations to detect any problems, making necessary adjustments to correct problems.
• Inspect or measure finished workpieces to determine conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as gauges or micrometers.
• Select machine tooling to be used, using knowledge of machine and production requirements.
• Measure workpieces and lay out work, using precision measuring devices.
• Repair or replace machine parts, using hand tools, or notify engineering personnel when corrective action is required.
• Mount and position tools in machine chucks, spindles, or other tool holding devices, using hand tools.
• Brush or spray lubricating compounds on workpieces or turn valve handles and direct flow of coolant against tools and workpieces.
• Set and adjust machine controls according to product specifications, using knowledge of machine operation.
• Study work orders, or machining instructions to determine product specifications, tool requirements, and operational sequences.
• Lift and position workpieces, manually or with hoists, and secure them in hoppers or on machine tables, faceplates, or chucks, using clamps.
• Move machine controls to index workpieces, and to adjust machines for pre-selected operational settings.
• Maintain stocks of machine parts and machining tools.
• Compute machine indexings and settings for specified dimensions and base reference points.
• Thread and hand-feed materials through machine cutters or abraders.
• Adjust air cylinders and setting stops to set traverse lengths and feed arm strokes.
• Slide spacers between buffs on spindles to set spacing.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS:

10-hour 1st shift:

1st shift: Monday-Thursday / 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Research Skills - Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.
• Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: HS or GED

Experience: At least 3 years work experience, required.

Computer Skills: Ability to operate computer production software.

Certifications & Licenses: Forklift preferred.

Other Requirements: Experience handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Able to wear PPE in the shop area.

Physical Demands

Lift/carry - Up to and including 51-100 lbs. frequently.

Push/pull - Up to 41-100 lbs. frequently.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Exposure to outside elements and working in a non-climate controlled environment.

BENEFITS

In addition to providing you with competitive compensation, our benefits package is pretty impressive! Check out these AMAZING benefits –

What about insurance? We’ve got you covered….

• Medical Coverage: Choose from three Anthem options to get the perfect fit, including family plans, with an eye exam included!
• Dental Insurance: Smile with confidence with coverage for preventive, basic, and major services!
• Vision Insurance: Keep an eye on the future with coverage for exams, materials, frames or contacts, and even prescription safety glasses!
• Disability Insurance: Short and long-term plans to make sure you're covered when life throws curveballs.
• Life Insurance: We value you and your family with basic life and AD&D insurance, plus voluntary options.
• Accident Insurance: If accidents happen, we've got your back!
• Cancer Insurance: Supporting you with a fixed amount if you face a cancer diagnosis.
• Critical Illness Coverage: You’ll receive fixed amounts for covered illnesses, because we care.
• Hospital Indemnity: Hospital stays can be tough; we ease the burden with flat dollar reimbursements.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential services for mental health counseling, budgeting, and will prep - we've got you covered!
• Pre-paid Mental Health Visits: Your mental well-being matters; enjoy 3 pre-paid personalized visits!
• Wellness Incentive: Get rewards for participating in wellness programs. Healthy living can be fun (and rewarding)!

Join our team and experience these AMAZING benefits designed just for you and your loved ones! Eligibility starts on the first day of the month following 30 days of full-time employment (30+ hours per week).

How about time off? We’ll make sure you get plenty of opportunities for some R&R…

Lots of paid time off (PTO)

PAID holidays

Anything else? You betcha!

Referral program – you get $1,000 for every friend you refer who works here for one year!

Corporate Chaplain

Boot stipend for floor workers

Liberty University online education discount

WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU!