Polisher

Belcan Corporation; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan Corporation in Farmington, CT is seeking an Aerospace Polisher/Buffing Technician to join a precision manufacturing team. You will perform complex polishing, buffing, blending, and finishing on aerospace blades and precision components to achieve required surface finishes and dimensional tolerances.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in metal finishing, experience with aerospace components, and proficiency with blueprints and precision instruments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years polishing, buffing, grinding, or metal finishing experience.
• Experience with aerospace, precision-machined, or metal components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong shop math skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and gauges.
• Ability to work with close tolerances and detailed quality requirements.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Perform polishing and buffing operations on aerospace blades and precision components.
• Work under the direction of the Polishing Team Leader to meet production and quality requirements.
• Follow operation sheets, work instructions, gauges, and specifications to achieve finishes and tolerances.
• Polish, blend, feather, and buff blade surfaces including leading/trailing edges, bases, radii, and airfoil surfaces.
• Inspect and verify work using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
• Rework nonconforming parts to reclaim components and minimize scrap.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring

Close tolerances

Metal finishing

Polishing

Mechanical aptitude

Safety PPE compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Vibratory finishing equipment

Polishing equipment

Grinding wheels

Buffing wheels

Wheel dressers

Job description

Description:

Title: Polisher

Pay Rate: $23-$25/hr ( about $47,840 - $52,000/yr )DOE

Job Type: Direct Hire

Location: Farmington, CT

1st Shift: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM

2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM

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Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Aerospace Polisher / Buffing Technician to join a precision manufacturing team supporting aerospace component production. This role is responsible for performing complex polishing, buffing, blending, and finishing operations on aerospace blades and precision‑machined components to achieve required surface finishes and dimensional tolerances. The ideal candidate will have experience working with metal finishing processes, precision measuring instruments, and aerospace‑quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of complex polishing and buffing operations on aerospace blades and precision components.


• Work under the direction of the Polishing Team Leader to ensure production and quality requirements are met.


• Follow operation sheets, work instructions, gauges, and specifications to achieve required finishes and tolerances.


• Polish, blend, feather, and buff blade surfaces including leading edges, trailing edges, bases, radii, and airfoil surfaces.


• Work to extremely close tolerances while maintaining dimensional integrity and surface finish requirements.


• Rework nonconforming or deviated parts to reclaim components and minimize scrap.


• Process a variety of aerospace blades and other precision‑manufactured components.


• Inspect and verify work using precision measuring instruments, gauges, and inspection equipment.


• Perform bench inspections of parts processed by other team members when required.


• Operate belt sanders, polishing equipment, grinding wheels, buffing wheels, wheel dressers, and related finishing equipment.


• Utilize cutting compounds, abrasives, grits, polishing media, and finishing materials to achieve required surface finishes.


• Shape and maintain polishing wheels, including forming specialized radii on rubber contact wheels.


• Operate vibratory finishing equipment to achieve specified surface finish requirements.


• Assist in training and supporting less experienced polishing personnel when needed.


• Detect and report defective materials, equipment issues, and unusual production concerns.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.


• Follow all company safety procedures, quality standards, and manufacturing regulations.


• Perform additional duties and support activities as assigned by supervision.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.


• One to three years of polishing, buffing, grinding, or metal finishing experience.


• Experience working with aerospace, precision‑machined, or metal components.


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation.


• Strong shop math skills and mechanical aptitude.


• Experience using precision measuring instruments and gauges.


• Ability to work with close tolerances and detailed quality requirements.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.


• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds as required.


• Willingness to wear required PPE including safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous aerospace manufacturing experience.


• Experience polishing and finishing turbine blades, airfoils, or precision aerospace components.


• Familiarity with vibratory finishing equipment and abrasive finishing processes.


• Experience working in high‑tolerance manufacturing environments.


• Knowledge of surface finish specifications and quality inspection methods.


• Ability to perform rework and repair operations on precision components.


• Experience training or mentoring junior polishing personnel.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.