Grinder/Finisher

We are solution-focused to meet the varied needs of the commercial construction industry, KENDELL offers a host of tailored services and high-quality products providing both function and aesthetics. As a partner to industry-leading manufacturers, we are able to provide complete opening solutions across our core market segments.

At KENDELL we scale our teams in order to meet project challenges and deliver specialized knowledge to any location wherever it may be needed. Our approach provides global expertise with a local perspective, bringing together the correct resources to deliver innovative application-based solutions that do more for customers and their communities.

Perform finishing activities to complete final fabrication and assembly of hollow metal frames. Use hand-held grinding and painting equipment to finish hollow metal frames. Perform other general shop tasks.

• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits; required: use of eye/ear protection, masks; compliance with OSHA standards, organization safety standards, and dress code
• Layout, organize, align, and secure parts and assemblies to properly finish each frame
• Perform finishing tasks by properly using bondo, grinding equipment, squares, clamps, tape measures, rulers, and painting equipment
• Examine the finished product and compare to order specifications
• Perform other finishing responsibilities as needed
• Organize and put away incoming product/materials
• Stage outgoing product for pick-up or delivery
• Assist loading/unloading trucks and moving of material/product, may require use of forklift
• Notify parties regarding status of received product in warehouse and ensure necessary paperwork is collected or distributed to front office staff
• Record and place FSC material in designated area, following company FSC procedures
• Alter hollow metal doors/wood doors as required, install lite kits
• Make local deliveries
• Perform on-site labor/service
• Assist with year end inventory

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge of finishing/welding equipment and tools, including their uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to properly use a tape measure and ruler
• Basic communication and comprehension skills
• Application of basic math and geometry
• Ability to follow written, visual (drawings or images), and verbal instructions and work independently  
• Physical Abilities: Perform repeated physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body
• Physical Strength - The ability to lift at least 50 pounds unassisted and heavier weights with assistance
• Position may require a valid driver’s license and be insurable to drive

Benefits: Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance, as well as Voluntary Benefits, HSA & FSA, and Employee contribution to 401k. *Employer match, up to 4%. PTO and paid Holidays.

Salary: $19-$21 per hour, based on experience

Hours: 6am-2:30pm

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position and may be modified based on position location and facility need. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as directed by management. All job requirements are subject to change over time, at the discretion of management, and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. If offered as a part-time position, wages will be non-exempt, paid at an hourly rate.

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