Polisher (Day Shift, Mon - Thurs, 10-hour) at Xaloy

Austintown, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Metal polishing, Buffing, Hand tools, Blueprint reading, Micrometers, Calipers, Tape measure, Overhead crane operation, Forklift operation, Quality control, Safety compliance, Troubleshooting, Manual dexterity, Attention to detail, 6S methodology

Industry

Plastics Manufacturing

Description

Description POSITION SUMMARY The Buffer/Polisher is responsible for mechanically finishing metal to achieve a smooth, polished appearance and meet quality standards. This role involves using hand-held tools, polishing wheels, and abrasive materials to remove imperfections, scratches, and oxidation from workpieces. The position requires attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a commitment to safety and quality. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrates company values and shares the organizational commitment to safety, quality, productivity, and a high-performance workforce through positive employee relations. Follows all environmental health and safety (EHS) policies, practices, protocols, and regulations. Proactively addresses any potential EHS issues and reports any unsafe conditions. Sets a positive example regarding EHS and a safety-first culture. Maintains a clean and orderly (6S) work area and equipment to ensure a safe and productive work environment and quality products. Set up and manually operated polishing and buffing equipment. Operate hand tools as needed in a safe and efficient manner. Operate overhead crane, forklift, and/or hand-trucks, as necessary. Choose correct tools to achieve desired product finish, based on material and other specifications. Work from complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications, job orders, tooling instructions and standard charts to obtain such specifications as dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions. Troubleshoot and resolve various types of operating difficulties, recommend corrective action on process failures within the department. General Responsibilities: Performs other responsibilities as assigned and/or as needed to support company objectives. Meets on-site and other attendance requirements to effectively build positive relationships and interact with all employees. Requirements Work Experience Required: Up to 2 years’ experience in a heavy manufacturing environment; Custom order manufacturing environment preferred. Familiarity with polishing, buffing and hand tools; their applications and uses; and other items associated with polishing equipment and machine work. A problem solver with initiative and a result-oriented mindset. Great attention to detail. Education and Skills: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Ability to hold tight tolerances within .001”; Ability to maintain proper and accurate records, including inspection reports. Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints, schematics, etc. Ability to properly use and read micrometers, calipers, tape measure, and other measuring devices. Working Conditions and Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Lifting requirements: Up to 50 lbs. Push/Pull requirements: up to 25% of the workday. Standing/sitting requirements: standing up to 100% of the workday. Bending/squatting requirements: up to 25% of the workday. Climbing/reaching up to 20% of the workday, depending on number of set-ups and needed machine adjustments. Ability to work flexible work schedule; OT may be required.

Responsibilities

The Polisher is responsible for mechanically finishing metal surfaces to meet quality standards using hand-held tools and polishing equipment. They must also interpret complex blueprints and maintain a clean, safe work environment in accordance with EHS policies.