GRINDER; 2nd Shift

Job Details

Location:

IRWINDALE, CA 91706
Salary Range: $19.50 - $22.00 hourly

STS Metals is a unified organization composed of five businesses that delivers high-quality titanium, stainless and alloy steel, and nickel products. They serve aerospace, medical, industrial, and space industries with a commitment to innovation, manufacturing excellence, and superior customer service.

Production Associate supporting grinding operations at Sierra Alloys. Entry‑level, hands‑on role. Responsibilities include staging material, removing scrap, and performing basic finishing work to meet quality standards. Works closely with operators and leads to keep work areas organized, material flowing, and processes running smoothly. Essential to safety, quality, and productivity. Ideal for someone looking to start in manufacturing and build skills over time.

• Follow lead and directions from crew blacksmith to move material on press to forge.
• Read serial numbers and re‑mark parts with correct serialization in forging environment following simple furnace loading maps.
• Operate forklift to move and transport material.
• Read calipers and other measuring equipment to determine forged size of material.
• Train to move material manually with tongs.
• Train to drive manipulators for advanced material movement in and out of furnaces and around press equipment.
• Operate grinding equipment used in grinding forgings and input forging stock material.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

• Basic (9th grade) math, language, and reading skills.
• Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.

• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Successfully pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on‑site test.

• Closely follow instructions.
• Communicate verbally and written with managers and coworkers.
• Maintain quality practices and safety standards.
• Must be forklift operations and safety certified.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.

• Maintain single‑task focus and situational awareness.
• Move and lift up to 50 pounds of parts and material.
• Be on feet for majority of working hours.

• Medical:
  Choice of Kaiser or Anthem, with company covering a generous portion of employee contribution on the base plan, plus option to choose from multiple plan levels.
• Dental & Vision:
  Company-sponsored coverage, including a base dental plan with buy‑up options and vision coverage.
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to a 6% company contribution.
• Wellness:
  Monthly wellness program with opportunities to participate and earn monthly raffle prizes.
• Education:
  
  Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and career development.
• Time Off:
  Paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Stability & Support:
  Year‑round operation, clear expectations, and leadership and HR support.