Finishing - Phoenix - Metal Worker I

Chromalloy • Tampa, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Chromalloy is hiring a Metal Worker to perform grinding, blending, sanding, polishing, and finishing operations on aerospace castings. Using hand and power tools, the employee removes surface imperfections and prepares components to meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards. The work supports the safety and reliability of aerospace components used across the global aviation industry.

The assigned shift is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. New hires attend orientation Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and first-week training Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Additional training outside the assigned shift may be required based on business needs or availability. After successful completion of training, employees transition to their assigned shift.

The position is performed in a manufacturing environment with moving equipment, vibration, loud noise, and frequent exposure to dust, fumes, and airborne particles. Employees use personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, safety glasses, hand protection, and safety-toed shoes. Hours outside the regular schedule may be required to meet operational needs, including evenings, weekends, or holidays; overtime is paid to non-exempt employees in accordance with applicable law.

Only U.S. persons, as defined in the posting, may be considered. Employment offers are conditioned on successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and finishing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify surface defects and quality issues.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, specifications, and safety procedures.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to work safely, follow procedures, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Only U.S. persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered.
• Successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen is required as a condition of an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ months of manufacturing, machine operation, production, or related experience preferred.
• Experience with grinding, blending, polishing, or finishing metal components.
• Experience in aerospace, foundry, casting, machining, or manufacturing environments.
• Experience performing visual inspections or rework activities.
• Familiarity with abrasive materials, polishing tools, and finishing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Grind, blend, sand, buff, and polish metal castings to meet engineering and customer specifications.
• Operate pneumatic and power hand tools, including die grinders, belt sanders, buffing equipment, and sandblasting equipment.
• Remove parting lines, excess material, scratches, burrs, and other surface imperfections.
• Review routers, work instructions, and inspection requirements before beginning work.
• Perform visual inspections and identify areas requiring weld repair or additional processing.
• Complete rework and repair activities related to visual inspection and fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI).
• Select and use the correct abrasives, tooling, and finishing methods for each operation.
• Document work performed and accurately complete required production paperwork.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and flexible medical, dental, and vision benefit options starting on day one.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) and wellness incentives.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development and progression opportunities, including regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Parental leave, eligible on the first day of employment.
• Eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED