Entry Level Hand Grinder and Polisher

Precision Instruments, Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Precision Instruments, Inc. in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a Polisher/Hand Grinder to sandblast, grind, deburr and polish metal parts for chrome plating. No experience needed; training provided. The role emphasizes good hand-eye coordination, a willingness to learn, and teamwork in a metalworking environment.

Daily tasks include belt changes, loading parts, and ensuring surfaces meet specifications, with safety and efficiency in a fast-paced plant setting.

Qualifications

• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Mechanically inclined and interested.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Positive attitude.
• Experience polishing and plating desired.

Responsibilities

• Hand grinding and polishing with hand tools or power tools, including chippers, buffers, and finishers.
• Select and change appropriate grinding belts as needed.
• Load/unload parts between departments and into an automatic polishing machine.
• Remove workpiece and inspect finish to meet specifications.
• Apply coolant and maintain surface finish during grinding/polishing.
• May work in other departments as needed.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Mechanically inclined

Team player

Positive attitude

Experience polishing

Experience plating

Job description

Precision Instruments is a manufacturer of torque tools and control systems for the automotive, energy and industrial customers worldwide for over 80 years. As a third-generation family business, we take pride in products and our employees.

We are looking for a Polisher who is motivated and works well in a fast-paced environment to work in our Des Plaines, IL facility. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Job Summary:

The Hand Grinder and Polishing Worker will sandblast, grind, deburr, and polish metal parts to prepare them for chrome plating. To be successful in this role you must be able to perform the job duties below satisfactorily with a positive attitude.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Hand Grinding and Polishing Workers grind, sand, or polish, using hand tools or hand-held power tools, and a variety of materials. Includes chippers, buffers, and finishers.
• Selecting and changing appropriate grinding belts as needed
• Load and unload, transport containers of parts between departments as well as load and unload parts into an automatic polishing machine.
• Removes workpiece and examines finish or luster to ensure surface meets specifications.
• Holds stick of buffing compound or turns valve and depresses pedal to administer coolant to workpiece surface.
• May work in other departments as needed for business and training purposes.

Job Requirements:

• Good hand-eye coordination
• Mechanically inclined and interests
• Works well in a team environment
• Must be physically capable of lifting to 25 lbs., with proper lifting technique
• Positive attitude
• Experience polishing and plating desired

Note:

This job summary does not cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties. Employee will be required to perform other duties as directed or assigned.

Precision Instruments offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes, medical, dental, life insurance and 401(k). We also offer a competitive PTO policy and 11 paid holidays.

EOE/ADA