Polisher

Job Description

Job Description

A Polisher position performs a variety of polishing practices involved in blending, deburring and belt grinding on turbomachinery components to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements. This position is a 40 plus (+) hour position based in our facility in Canastota, NY.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate belt grinder, shot peen and glass bead cabinet to ensure proper functionality.
• Perform routine polishing visual inspection and polish of parts in accordance with established quality control procedures.
• Perform daily housekeeping and machine maintenance tasks to ensure safe/effective machine operation.
• Prepare parts for shipment, by cleaning, packaging, and labeling.
• Perform all other duties/tasks as assigned by Polish Lead and/or Supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Operate Belt and Baldor grinder.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
• Utilize hand tools, pencil grinder and have basic mechanical abilities.
• Auto body experience a plus.
• Problem solving skills.
• Strong hand-eye coordination
• Must have positive attitude and ability to multi-task, working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Understand safe machine practice.
• Must have excellent time management skills.
• Operate a forklift.

EDUCATION :

• High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 75 lbs., walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance.
• This position requires repetitive motion ability.
• Must be able to use hands for assembly and tool usage
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug, alcohol test and background check.
• Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Special Information (Travel required, physical requirements, background checks, valid license, on-call schedules, weekend rotations, lifting to 75 lbs.)

• The position will be based full time in our Canastota, NY facility.
• Able to understand, read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Legal to work in the United States and provide proper documentation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. While the work area may be described as generally clean, safe, and "not loud", there will be machine operations that generate moderate noise and metal.