Polisher/Deburr Technician

Express Employment Professionals; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals – Southeast Phoenix is seeking a Deburr Technician / Metal Polisher in Tempe, AZ. This hands-on role will deburr, polish, buff, and finish metal components to meet strict cosmetic and dimensional specs while preparing parts for plating.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of metal finishing experience, can read drawings, operate high-speed buffers and polishing equipment, and maintains safety and quality standards. Overtime or weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in metal polishing or related manufacturing.
• Experience operating polishing equipment and producing mirror finishes.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and drawings.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Overtime/weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Polish, buff, deburr, and finish metal components to customer specifications, including mirror finishes.
• Operate high-speed buffers, Beiter polishing machines, bead blasters, belt sanders, grinders, and other finishing equipment.
• Prepare components before and after nickel and gold plating.
• Inspect finished components for defects and ensure surface consistency.
• Read and follow drawings, work instructions, and finishing specifications.
• Document completed work and report quality or equipment concerns.
• Collaborate with plating, quality, and production teams to meet goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Reading drawings

Data entry

Overtime willingness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

High-speed buffers

Beiter polishing machines

Bead blasters

Grinders

Job description

Deburr Technician / Metal Polisher

Location: Tempe, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time | Evaluation-to-Hire
Industry: Precision Manufacturing / Metal Finishing
Schedule: Monday–Thursday | 3:00 PM–1:30 AM
Pay: Competitive hourly base pay, based on experience, plus a 12% shift differential

Position Overview

Express Employment Professionals – Southeast Phoenix is recruiting a Deburr Technician / Metal Polisher for a precision manufacturing company in Tempe, AZ.

This hands-on position is responsible for deburring, polishing, buffing, and finishing metal components to meet strict cosmetic and dimensional specifications. The ideal candidate has experience operating polishing equipment, producing consistent surface finishes, and preparing precision metal parts for nickel and gold plating.

Key Responsibilities

• Polish, buff, deburr, and finish metal components to customer specifications, including critical mirror finishes.

• Operate high-speed buffers, Beiter polishing machines, bead blasters, belt sanders, grinders, and other finishing equipment.

• Prepare metal components before and after nickel and gold plating.

• Remove burrs, scratches, pits, and other surface imperfections.

• Inspect finished components for cosmetic defects, surface consistency, and workmanship.

• Read and follow technical drawings, work instructions, and finishing specifications.

• Perform routine equipment cleaning, safety checks, and minor maintenance.

• Document completed work and report quality or equipment concerns.

• Collaborate with plating, quality, and production teams to meet production goals.

Required Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in metal polishing, deburring, metal finishing, plating, or a related manufacturing environment.

• Hands‑on experience using polishing, buffing, or metal finishing equipment.

• Ability to identify cosmetic defects and produce consistent surface finishes.

• Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, and specifications.

• Strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.

• Basic computer skills for production documentation and data entry.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience producing mirror finishes on precision metal components.

• Familiarity with high‑speed buffers, Beiter polishing machines, bead blasters, or similar equipment.

• Experience preparing components for nickel, gold, or other metal plating processes.

• Knowledge of polishing compounds, abrasives, and surface finish standards.

• Experience working in an ISO or quality‑controlled manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand for extended periods, potentially 8–12 hours per shift.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

• Manual dexterity to handle small or delicate precision components.

• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements.

• Comfortable working around machine noise, heat, polishing compounds, and airborne dust.

• Ability to safely operate high‑speed equipment and wear required personal protective equipment.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, pays close attention to detail, and understands the importance of producing consistent, high‑quality finishes. The successful candidate will work efficiently while maintaining safety, precision, and quality standards.