Sander - SWING SHIFT (Entry Level)
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$24 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | San Leandro, California |
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Verified Pay check_circleProvided by the employer$16.98
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$24.00
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Job Description
Gantri, Inc. is a leader in digital manufacturing, producing innovative, large-scale 3D printed lighting products across our Table, Wall, and Floor collections. Our production team works across printing, finishing, assembly, quality control, and packing to deliver high-quality, customer-ready products.
The Finishing Department plays a critical role in ensuring our products meet both functional and aesthetic standards through sanding, coating, and surface preparation processes.
As a Sander in the Finishing Department, you will be responsible for preparing 3D printed lighting products for final coating and assembly by sanding and refining surfaces to meet Gantri’s quality standards. You will work with various sanding tools and equipment and may support other production functions as needed.
This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented, hands-on, and interested in developing craftsmanship in a modern manufacturing environment.
Upon successful completion of your 90-day evaluation, you will transition from P1 to P2 level, and your base pay will increase from $20 to $22 per hour.
Shift and Schedule- Operate sanding equipment (e.g., orbital sanders) to smooth and finish product surfaces
- Follow work instructions and quality standards to achieve desired finishes
- Inspect parts for defects and perform rework as needed
- Prepare products after printing and primer application for final finishing stages
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety within the work area
- Track and maintain inventory within internal systems
- Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot sanding or finishing issues
- Support cross-functional work across Print, QC, and Assembly as needed
- Follow all safety protocols and production guidelines
- Embrace Gantri’s values: Drive Impact, Think Critically, Champion Change, Move Fast, and Empower Anti-Fragility
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- No prior experience required for P1 (entry level); training provided
- Experience in woodworking, automotive body repair, or paint finishing is a plus
- Basic English skills sufficient to understand safety instructions, follow directions, and communicate essential information
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Basic familiarity with sanding tools or willingness to learn
- Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Eagerness to learn and grow within the company
- Comfortable performing repetitive, hands-on work throughout an 8+ hour shift
- Ability to stand for extended periods (8+ hours)
- Ability to lift and move materials as needed
- Ability to bend, reach, and move throughout the shift
- Required to wear eye protection
- Required to wear Tyvek coveralls over clothing
- Required to wear a face mask/respirator (including Fit Testing) for 8+ hours
- Required to pass a company-sponsored physical examination
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and commuter benefits
- Paid Sick Time and Vacation (PTO) and paid holidays
- Paid family and medical leave
- Company-paid life insurance
- Wellness benefits, including discounted gym memberships and a free Calm subscription
- Employee discounts on Gantri products
- Team lunches, outings, onsite events, and holiday celebrations
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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