Title: Preparation & Finishing Technician
Location: Mahwah, NJ
Salary: $19.00-$21.00 per hour (Overtime Eligible)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Holidays, Sick Time, etc.
Work Schedule: 6:00am-2:30pm M-F w/ daily overtime and Saturday overtime 6:00am-12:00pm
Position Type: Direct-Hire/Permanent
Overview: The Preparation & Finishing Technician is responsible for preparing, processing, and finishing components and subassemblies in accordance with established manufacturing procedures and work instructions. This role includes surface preparation, coating, deflashing, inspection, and final processing to ensure products meet quality and customer specifications. The position supports efficient, safe, and high-quality production operations while maintaining accurate production tracking.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare products and subassemblies for production to ensure functionality and quality compliance.
- Perform cleaning, degreasing, sandblasting, masking, and painting/coating of parts per specifications.
- Perform deflashing and finishing of molded parts in accordance with work instructions and quality standards.
- Prepare components for subassembly and final assembly processes.
- Set up, operate, and monitor preparation and finishing equipment to ensure quality and productivity targets are met.
- Monitor and adjust processes or equipment to maintain consistent output and minimize defects.
- Inspect prepared and finished products to verify conformance with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
- Accurately record labor and production activity through barcode scanning and work order tracking systems.
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to ensure product compliance.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S and company standards.
- Train and support team members as needed.
- Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and support functions to ensure production goals are met.
- Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements, including handling of chemical materials such as VOC bonding agents.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and standardized work practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Basic understanding of preparation, finishing, and production processes.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Basic communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to safely handle and apply chemical materials, including VOC bonding agents.
Skills & Competencies:
- Technical aptitude
- Strong organizational skills
- Team-oriented mindset
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting ability
- Good judgment and decision-making skills
- Physical stamina and ability to work in a production environment
Physical & Work Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
- - Ability to lift, push, and pull materials as required
- - Must be able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including:
- Safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection (as required), safety shoes, and respiratory protection/masks as required
Key Performance Indicators(KPI):
- First-pass yield / quality of prepared and finished components
- Scrap and rework reduction
- Productivity vs. standard hours
- Adherence to production schedules
- Accuracy of labor tracking (barcode scanning)
- Compliance with safety and 5S standards
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
United States Citizen or Permanent Resident required
