Finishing - Phoenix - Metal Worker 3rd shift

Chromalloy•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Metal Worker operates pneumatic and power hand tools, including rotary die grinders and handheld belt sanders, as well as buffing and polishing equipment to clean and smooth metal castings. The role removes or reduces parting lines, excess metal, scratches, burrs, and other defects according to engineering specifications and customer requirements. The employee also performs inspection-related rework, records casting status, and follows written or verbal instructions from supervisors.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent life experience.
Two to three months of related experience or training.
Ability to communicate in English and read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to add and subtract three-digit numbers and perform simple multiplication and division, including using American units of money, weight, measurement, volume, and distance.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions and solve common equipment- or process-related problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including regularly lifting or moving up to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to wear required safety equipment.

Responsibilities

Select castings for work according to written or verbal instructions from the supervisor or designee.
Ensure the correct routers accompany castings and that previous operations are signed as complete.
Position castings on a workbench and secure them by hand or with clamps, fixtures, jigs, or other holding apparatus.
Operate pneumatic and power hand tools, including die grinders, belt sanders, and buffing equipment.
Check specifications on the Inspection Methods Requirement Sheet (IMRS) and follow engineering and supervisor instructions.
Grind, blend, and belt-polish casting areas to remove or reduce parting lines, excess metal, scratches, burrs, and other indications in accordance with specifications.
Grind, blend, and buff parts to achieve the required smooth surface and finish.
Perform Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI) rework and repair as necessary.
Perform visual-inspection rework and repair as necessary.
Operate a sandblast machine as necessary.
Select appropriate abrasive materials and tools, including mounted stone points, carbide burrs, and sanding belts of various grit sizes, to achieve the specified casting finish.
Perform an initial visual inspection of selected castings and mark areas requiring weld repair.
Mark non-repairable castings as scrap and correctly document routers and rework routers.
Wear required safety equipment, including hearing protection, safety eyewear, hand protection, and safety-toed shoes.