Finishing Specialist

PFI•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Finishing Specialist is responsible for grinding, blending, and polishing stainless steel fabrications to meet quality and appearance standards. The role requires working with stainless steel grain direction and producing finishes ranging from satin to mirror polish, including finishes specified by engineering drawings and customer requirements. The position also involves inspecting completed components, maintaining safe and organized work areas, and completing assigned work on time.

Requirements

A valid driver's license is required.
Proficiency with hand and power tools, including angle grinders, orbital sanders, buffers, and straight-line sanders.
Ability to read and interpret fabrication blueprints, shop drawings, and finish specifications.
Understanding of stainless steel characteristics, abrasive grit sequences, and grain matching.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality craftsmanship.
Ability to frequently stoop or bend and regularly use hands and arms, stand, and walk.
Ability to frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds of equipment, with assistance available.
Vision sufficient for close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment; hearing sufficient to hear equipment alarms, customers, and instructions.
Ability to work in the described environmental conditions and wear required PPE.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of experience in stainless steel grinding, blending, and polishing in a manufacturing or fabrication shop; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Grind, blend, and finish welded seams on stainless steel structures to create smooth, uniform surfaces.
Remove weld discoloration, scratches, burrs, and other surface defects using appropriate tools.
Produce specified finishes, such as #4 brushed or mirror finish, according to drawings and customer requirements.
Visually and tactually inspect finished components against quality blueprints and zero-defect benchmarks.
Select and manage abrasive materials, compounds, and equipment settings while preserving thin-gauge metals.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace and follow OSHA guidelines and PPE protocols.
Plan and complete assigned tasks within deadlines.
Participate in additional job-related training.
Perform extra assignments in other areas and related tasks in the work area.
Maintain regular, consistent attendance.
Perform housekeeping, including sweeping, mopping, and cleaning tools and machines.
Communicate positively with managers, peers, and internal and external customers.