Finishing Operator

Matthews International • Pittsburgh, PA

122d • $20

About The Position

Join Matthews International, a company with over 175 years of success and stability. As a global leader in memorialization, we take pride in our craftsmanship and commitment to quality — and it all starts with our people. We're currently seeking a Finishing Operator to join our team. This is more than a manufacturing role — it's a chance to become part of a proud tradition and build a stable, long-term career in a supportive and safety-first environment. This is a 2nd Shift position, 1pm - 9:30pm Monday - Friday with some Saturday overtime availability needed. The Finishing Operator performs a variety of functions under the finishing area, which includes: belting, chasing, clear coating, drilling & tapping, sandblast operator, polisher operator, oxidation, packing & shipping, and painting. This position works to assure accuracy and quality control and promotes the flow of materials necessary to production.

Requirements

• 2+ years of previous finishing experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, hand tools, machinery.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspects product at work station to determine work required.
• Determines required finish operation based upon production order and ticket.
• Performs finish process that meet quality standards of operation.
• Transfers product to and from work station in a safe manner.
• Observes and follows safety precautions, rules and regulations.
• Belting: belting AIB, VA memorials, and regular memorials, changing belts as necessary and end of shift procedure.
• Chasing: examining castings and determining what needs chased, pounding down welds, filling small holes with shot, chasing the surface, letters, ribbons, emblems, vase holes edges, and ornamentation, using the appropriate tools.
• Clear Coating: performing clear coating operations, operating the clear booth controls, purging the paint gun, and end of shift procedures.
• Drilling and Tapping: drilling and tapping of markers.
• General Cleaning: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster.
• Hand Polishing: performing hand polishing, using air tools, and end of shift procedures.
• Oxidation: preparing castings for oxidation, performing oxidation, performing basic oxidation techniques, and end of shift procedures.
• Packing & Shipping: performing the final quality inspection of castings, then packing and shipping them.
• Painting: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster.
• Handfinishing: working with the aid of a microscope, engraving and sharpening rotary dies and inspecting parts for incoming and outgoing quality control.
• Responsible for maintaining work area and all equipment required to complete job.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages starting at $20.00 per hour.
• Bonus: $500 sign on bonus after 6 months (must be employed on date of payout).
• Job Stability: We’ve been around for 175 years — and we’re still growing!
• Respectful Culture: You’re not just a number — you're part of the team.
• Medical, Dental & Vision: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, including an employer HSA (Health Savings Account) contribution.
• Earned Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with earned time off to spend on your terms.
• Paid Holidays: Celebrate special moments and create lasting memories with paid holidays.
• Financial Perks: 401(k) program with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Education Perks: We believe in your continued growth and offer educational assistance to support your professional development.
• Dependent Scholarship Opportunities: We care about your family's future, which is why we provide opportunities for your dependents to pursue their educational dreams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees