Gratz Pilates

Metal Finisher

Gratz Pilates  •  Philadelphia, PA (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Job Title: Metal Finisher

Location: N Preston St.19104

We are looking for proven Metal Finishers/Shop Apprentices to join our team and contribute to the creation of our quality products.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for basic smoothing, shaping, and finishing metal products using grinding equipment. The Metal Finisher will be expected to maintain a high standard for finished products, as their work will flow into the production process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating grinding machinery to perform
  • several duties, including removing excess material and smoothing rough edges of our
  • metal products.
  • Inspecting metal pieces for defects, unfinished edges,
  • and damaged parts.
  • Adjusting machine settings to control speed, feed, and depth of cut to achieve desired finish.
  • Evaluating, maintaining and replacing grinding wheels and other parts of the machinery.
  • Reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, and instructions as it pertains to the production of work.
  • General up-keep of working area, ensuring
  • workstations are organized, the proper storage of tools and materials.
  • Communicating with supervisors to ensure production timelines and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

  • High school equivalent or vocational training.
  • Proven experience as a metal grinder/finisher or
  • similar metalworking role.
  • Strong understanding of grinding machines and hand tools.
  • Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
  • Excellent attention to detail and quality control.
  • Ability to lift and move heavy metal parts.
  • Safety-conscious with a commitment to following safety regulations.

Benefits

  • Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance — low employee premiums, with zero-deductible plan options available
  • Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off — including holidays, sick time, and vacation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Optional Pet Insurance
Gratz Pilates

About Gratz Pilates

At Gratz Pilates, authenticity is at the heart of everything we do. As the original manufacturer of the apparatus designed by Joseph Pilates, we remain committed to his exacting standards and the integrity of the classical method. Every Reformer, Chair, and Barrel we build is crafted to preserve the precision, power, and transformative quality of Pilates as it was meant to be experienced. Joe invented it. Gratz makes it.

Our work is more than manufacturing, it’s craftsmanship. From our woodworkers and welders to our upholsterers and assemblers, every detail reflects a dedication to quality and a respect for the legacy we uphold. Each piece of equipment is engineered to last, trusted by generations of studios, teachers, and students around the world.

We are deeply rooted in the global classical Pilates community, supporting teachers and studios as they carry forward this tradition. Through precision-built equipment and dedicated service, we help practitioners deepen their practice, grow their businesses, and inspire the next generation.

Excellence drives us forward. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, continually refining our craft and our service to meet the evolving needs of the community.

The Gratz Pilates team is growing. If you take pride in your craft, value excellence, and want to contribute to a legacy that continues to shape the Pilates world, we’d love to hear from you.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Year Founded
1928
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