Metal Polisher

About the role

Join Chicago Anodizing, a forefront leader in anodizing services. We champion excellence, innovation, and environmental sustainability in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Polish, buff, grind, and finish metal parts to the required appearance and surface specifications.
• Operate polishing wheels, buffers, grinders, sanders, and other finishing equipment safely and effectively.
• Read and follow work orders, written instructions, samples, and verbal directions.
• Inspect parts before, during, and after polishing to identify scratches, pits, dents, uneven finishes, or other defects.
• Maintain accurate counts of accepted, rejected, and completed parts.
• Record production quantities and job information clearly and accurately.
• Keep different jobs, materials, and customer parts properly separated and identified.
• Handle finished parts carefully to prevent scratches, dents, contamination, or other damage.
• Meet production expectations while maintaining consistent quality.
• Notify a supervisor of quality concerns, equipment problems, damaged parts, or discrepancies in quantities.
• Keep the work area, tools, and equipment clean and organized.
• Follow all company safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Assist with other production duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous metal polishing, buffing, grinding, or similar finishing experience is required.
• Experience polishing aluminum or other metals is strongly preferred.
• Ability to produce consistent finishes on a variety of part sizes and shapes.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to count parts accurately and maintain basic production records.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Willingness to learn company procedures and accept direction from supervisors.
• Basic English communication skills sufficient to understand safety rules and work instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance when appropriate.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may include noise, dust, polishing compounds, and changing temperatures.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and respiratory protection when required.