Metal Finisher (Winsted, MN, US) at Tetrapak | JoBuzzer

Summary

Tetra Pak is seeking a Metal Finisher for their Winsted, MN facility, focusing on 1st shift operations. In this role, you will contribute to building customer machines by performing tasks such as polishing, grinding, and sandblasting stainless steel, as well as measuring, cutting, and assembling materials according to prints. The position also involves small final assembly tasks, setting up machine build components, and participating in 5S projects and preventative maintenance. Ideal candidates will have experience with stainless steel finishing tools, knowledge of food-grade standards, and a keen eye for quality assurance.

Required Skills

EnglishPolishingSandblastingStainless steelGrinding

Details

Salary: $40,000 – $70,000/yr
Posted: Jul 11, 2026

Description

Metal Finisher

Tetra Pak Processing Equipment is looking for 1st shift Metal Finishers. As our new metal finisher, you will engage in a variety of activities to support the build of customer machines. Your sense of pride, quality and team ethics make our manufacturing operations world-class.

The position is based in Winsted MN, USA.

What you will do

As a Metal Finisher your key responsibilities will be:

Polishing and grinding stainless steel welds and materials using a variety of hand tools and abrasives to achieve desired finish (Food Grade)
Measuring and cutting materials for production
Assembly of materials and components in relation to prints
Polishing pipes to remove color from the welding process
Sand blasting (glass bead) of products to achieve desired product finish
Small final assembly tasks on machines
Setting up frames and pumps at the beginning of a machine build
Responsible for 5S projects on the production floor
Responsible for preventative maintenance tasks in the production center

We believe you have

Experience grinding and polishing stainless steel, using a variety of industry standard tools
Knowledge of USDA and 3A standards in food processing equipment (food grade), or similar
Ability to detect defects and perform quality checks to ensure a high standard of product finish (typical finish requirement for stainless steel pipe and sheet materials - 32Ra)
Familiarly with various metal finishing techniques and tools
Flexible and adaptable, with high attention to detail
Ability to handle physical requirements of the job, including but not limited to continuous standing, walking, bending, squatting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and twisting throughout the normal course of work.
Fast learner
Good communication skills

Pay Equity

Tetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.
Ranges are determined by role, level and responsibilities. Within the range, individual pay is defined by diverse factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work location and others
This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The estimate displayed is just one component of Tetra Pak’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include annual performance bonus, competitive benefits, and work-related allowances.

Annual Base Salary Range: $40,000.00 – 70,000.00
Short-term Incentive (Variable Pay): eligible to performance incentive of 10%
Benefits: 401k company match, paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, Paid Parental Leave, and much more!

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.