Polisher

BTX Precision; South Bend, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

BTX Precision is seeking a manufacturing technician to perform job set-ups, identify specialized tooling, and maintain grinding processes per training records. The role requires reading blueprints, using inspection equipment, and documenting production according to SOPs and ISO standards.

The candidate should have high school education with manufacturing experience and strong math and computer skills. They will communicate with surface quality groups and ensure non-conforming product is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Medical and/or aerospace manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proficient reading blueprints and inspection equipment usage.
• Basic computer and math skills; clear written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform job set-ups using proper tooling and specialized tooling as specified.
• Identify and understand use of belts, wheels, compounds, and fixtures.
• Maintain grinding/deburring wheels and adjust table offsets for wear and life.
• Maintain machine maintenance daily and monitor liquid levels per SOPs.
• Read and interpret blue prints; document production and non-conformances per SOP/ISO.
• Clearly communicate inspection criteria with Polish Department Supervisor/Director of Quality.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Inspection equipment

Computer skills

Math skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Polishing Jack

Rosler Vibratory Tumbling Equipment

Blaster

Micrometers

Calipers

Surface Comparators

Gauges

Job description

Description

Polish - PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform job set-ups using the proper tooling and specialized tooling that may or may not be specified on a job setup sheet or a job traveler.
2. Identify and understand the use of specialized tooling, belts, wheels, compounds, and fixtures when necessary.
3. Maintain and perform proper operation of the grinding or deburring wheels used to produce product as indicated by training records.
4. Make necessary table offsets per wheel wear and dressing to maintain proper geometry and wheel life.
5. Maintain proper machine maintenance as specified on a daily basis.
6. Maintain and verify proper liquid levels, concentrations and solutions per specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) where applicable.

Verification and Inspection

1. Read and interpret blue prints.
2. Utilize inspection equipment including comparators, micrometers, calipers, and any gauges such as pins, plugs and thread gages.

Communication Skills

1. Clearly communicate with manufacturing personnel to identify and correct non-conforming product during the manufacturing process.
2. Clearly communicate with Polish Department Supervisor and/or Director of Quality regarding inspection criteria.

Documentation

1. Document production and non-conformance according to SOP's and ISO certifications.
2. Accurately record work in process transactions.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

A. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

1. High School Diploma (or equivalent).
2. Medical and/or aerospace manufacturing experience preferred.

B. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

1. Proficient in reading blueprints.
2. Proficient in usage of inspection equipment.
3. Must exhibit basic computer skills.
4. Must exhibit good basic math skills.
5. Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.

C. EQUIPMENT USED

1. Polishing Jack
2. Rosler Vibratory Tumbling Equipment
3. Blaster
4. Micrometers
5. Calipers
6. Surface Comparators
7. Gauges