Polisher

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Rockton Township (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Second shift differential pay

Conversion to permanent hire

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Polisher for our Rockton, IL client to operate grinding, buffing and polishing tools for cleaning, smoothing, and grain-finishing a range of commercial equipment parts in line with engineering standards. You will set up polishing lathes, hand grinders, and buffers, inspect surfaces for defects, and perform minor assembly tasks.

Requirements include a HS diploma and 1+ year metal finishing experience; strong attention to detail and safety are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of metal grinding, polishing, or surface finishing experience.
• Proficient with polishing lathes and power tools; good manual dexterity.
• Keen eye for surface defects and consistent grain finishes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate polishing lathes, hand grinders, and buffing equipment to clean, grind, polish, and buff metal components.
• Grind, polish, blend, and deburr surfaces on commercial equipment parts while maintaining contours and shine.
• Inspect finished parts for cracks, scratches, or pinholes and perform touch-ups as needed.
• Perform minor assembly tasks and maintain production records; keep a clean, safe workstation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Visual defect detection

Safe work practices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Polishing lathe

Grinding equipment

Hand grinders

Buffing wheels

Job description

Terms

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

Are you a detail-oriented metalworker with an eye for quality finishing? Our client is looking for a skilled Polisher to join their team in Rockton, IL. In this role, you will operate various grinding, buffing, and polishing tools to clean, smooth, and grain-finish a wide range of commercial equipment parts and assemblies according to strict engineering standards.

Role Highlights

• Benefits: Full benefits package available once converted to permanent hire.
• Growth or other perks: Premium 2nd shift differential pay and full benefits upon conversion.

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate polishing lathes, hand grinders, square wheels, washers, and shakers to clean, grind, polish, and buff metal components.
• Grind, polish, blend, and deburr various surfaces on commercial cooking equipment and specialized food prep parts.
• Apply appropriate grades of abrasives, compounds, or greases to buffing wheels, and create custom buffing/sanding pads as needed.
• Smooth out surface blemishes, excess metal, burrs, and weld marks while maintaining original part contours, shapes, colors, and shines.
• Conduct visual inspections to check finished work for cracks, scratches, or pinholes, performing touch-ups and reworks as necessary.
• Perform minor assembly tasks (peeling protective paper, building sub-assemblies) and keep clear production and daily records.
• Maintain a clean work station, perform routine preventive maintenance on machinery, and strictly adhere to shop safety practices.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• At least 1 year of related work experience in metal grinding, polishing, or surface finishing.
• Proficient in operating power tools and polishing lathes; strong manual dexterity for rapid, precise, and coordinated movements.
• Keen eye for visual defect detection and maintaining consistent grain finishes.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labor, work in dynamic physical positions, and handle raw metal components throughout the shift.

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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)