Finishing - Phoenix - Metal Worker 2nd shift

Chromalloy • Tampa, FL

2d • $18 - $32

About The Position

Chromalloy is hiring a Metal Worker to perform grinding, blending, sanding, polishing, and finishing operations on aerospace castings. The role uses hand and power tools to remove surface imperfections and prepare components to meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards. The work supports the repair and manufacture of critical aerospace components used across the aviation industry.

This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with a $2.00 shift differential. During training, employees may be assigned a different schedule or shift to support hands-on learning; training is typically Monday through Friday and may occur on first, second, or third shift according to business needs. The position may also require hours outside the regular schedule, including evenings, weekends, or holidays, based on operational requirements. Non-exempt employees receive overtime pay in accordance with applicable laws.

The job is performed in a manufacturing environment with moving equipment, vibration, loud noise, and frequent exposure to dust, fumes, and airborne particles. Employees must use appropriate PPE. The position requires sitting, standing, reaching, repetitive hand movements, detailed visual work, and lifting up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

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.

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.
• Must meet the posting's U.S.-person eligibility requirement.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ months of manufacturing, machine operation, production, or related experience.
• 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

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus EAP and wellness incentives, with options starting on the first day.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Training and development curriculum, regular performance conversations, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and parental leave, eligible from 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