Metal Polisher

FAB-MAC INC.; Canada; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

FAB-MAC INC. in Canada is seeking a Metal Polisher to finish stainless steel components for bakery equipment. The role uses manual, mechanical, and pneumatic tools to polish, sand, grind, and brush metal pieces, following drawings and strict quality standards.

You will work in a mechanical workshop on a full-time day shift, ensuring sanitary finishes, maintaining diligent inspections, and collaborating with welders and production staff while observing health and safety rules.

Qualifications

• Experience in metal polishing in manufacturing or food processing.
• Good knowledge of stainless steel.
• Ability to operate power and pneumatic tools.
• Detail-focused with quality surface finish.
• Able to stand for long periods in a noisy environment.
• Reads mechanical drawings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Polish, grind, and sand stainless steel parts.
• Follow drawings and specifications.
• Ensure surfaces are smooth, burr-free, defect-free.
• Achieve sanitary finishes for food equipment.
• Use grinders, polishers, abrasives safely.
• Prepare components by removing weld marks and rounding edges.
• Visually inspect parts at each stage.
• Collaborate with welders, assemblers, supervisors.
• Follow health, safety, and hygiene procedures.
• Keep area clean and tools organized.

Skills

Polishing

Grinding

Sanding

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Grinders

Polishers

Abrasives

Discs

Polishing pads

Job description

Position Summary

The Metal Polisher is responsible for finishing metal surfaces, primarily stainless steel, to meet the quality, hygiene, and appearance standards required for manufacturing equipment used in the bakery industry. The position involves using manual, mechanical, and pneumatic tools to polish, sand, grind, and brush metal components.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform polishing, grinding, and sanding of stainless steel parts and structures.
• Work according to technical drawings and provided specifications.
• Ensure metal surfaces are smooth and free of marks, burrs, and visible defects, in accordance with established quality standards.
• Achieve sanitary finishes required for food processing equipment.
• Use various tools, including grinders, polishers, abrasives, discs, and polishing pads, safely and efficiently.
• Prepare components by removing visible weld marks, rounding sharp edges, and creating uniform surface finishes.
• Visually inspect parts at every stage of the process to ensure quality workmanship.
• Collaborate with welders, assemblers, and production supervisors to ensure finishes meet required standards.
• Follow all health, safety, and hygiene procedures at all times.
• Keep the work area clean and tools properly organized.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Relevant experience in metal polishing, preferably in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Good knowledge of metals, particularly stainless steel.
• Ability to operate power and pneumatic tools with precision and care.
• Meticulous, with strong attention to detail, surface finish, and appearance.
• Good physical condition, with the ability to stand for extended periods and handle parts in a noisy environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings is an asset.

Working Conditions

• Mechanical manufacturing workshop environment.
• Full-time day shift, 40 hours per week, with potential overtime.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) required, including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.
• Work environment focused on precision, workmanship, and the final quality of the equipment.