Finishing Specialist

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At PFI, we design, manufacture, and support sanitary food processing conveying and handling equipment. We’re artisans that build the best machines available. We’re committed to our customers and work hard until a project is complete. And we hope you join us.

I am proud of the work I do ’re making a difference, there’s positive momentum, and employees get along well.

• Competitive wages
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Profit sharing
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Flexible working for certain roles
• Professional development
• Years of Service awards

We have two manufacturing facilities in the U.S. – Algona, Iowa and San Antonio, Texas. Other corporate locations include headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, and manufacturing facilities in Iowa and Idaho. Our companies also have an international presence in the UK, Europe, and India.

We’re constantly growing, so check back for more open positions.

Position:Finishing Specialist Location: San Antonio, TX
Job :188 # of Openings:1 Job Title: Finishing Specialist Division: PFI FLSA: Non-Exempt Grade: NA Job Status: Full Time Travel Required: 0-10
% Revision Date: 10/19/2026

Reports To:

Production Manager

PURPOSE OF POSITION We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Stainless-Steel Finisher to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for grinding, blending, and polishing stainless steel fabrications to meet strict quality and aesthetic standards. The ideal candidate has deep experience working with stainless steel, a strong understanding of grain directions, and the ability to achieve high-quality finishes ranging from satin to mirror polishes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. More specifically, the person will:

• Grind down, blend, and finish welded seams on stainless steel structures,
• ensuring smooth and uniform surfaces.
• Remove weld discoloration, scratches, burrs, and surface defects using angle
• grinders, belt sanders, and die grinders.
• Achieve specific finishes (such as #4 brushed or mirror finish) based on
• engineering drawings and customer requirements.
• Inspect finished components visually and tactually to ensure compliance with
• quality blueprints and zero-defect benchmarks.
• Select and manage appropriate abrasive materials, compound types, and
• equipment settings to maintain the integrity of thin-gauge metals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace while adhering to all OSHA
• guidelines and PPE protocols.
• Plan and execute given tasks in a timely manner and within deadlines.
• Continually participate in additional training related to the job.
• Perform extra assignments in other areas and related task assignments in the work area.
• Demonstrate regular, consistent attendance.
• Perform housekeeping in the area including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, and cleaning tools and machines.
• Communicate positively with managers, peers, and customers, both internal and external.

QUALIFICATIONS& SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in stainless steel grinding, blending, and polishing within a manufacturing or fabrication shop…