Precision Grind & Polish Technician

Progressive Staffing LLC; City of Tonawanda (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Staffing LLC in Tonawanda, NY is seeking a Hand Grind & Polish Technician for a full-time, direct-hire role in a manufacturing setting. The position involves deburring, grinding and polishing metal parts to meet blueprints and quality standards.

You will use pneumatic and manual tools, read production instructions and install threaded inserts. 1+ year manufacturing experience, HS diploma required, 100% in-office, 7:30am–3:30pm; relocation not offered; US work authorization required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment working with hand/pneumatic tools.
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints.
• Relocation not available.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Perform deburring, grinding, and polishing operations on machined metal parts (steel & aluminum) to meet customer requirements and blueprints.
• Utilize pneumatic and manual tools to produce high-quality surface finishes and defect-free components.
• Review and interpret work instructions, blueprints, and prints to ensure specifications are met.
• Install threaded inserts (Helicoils/Keenserts) into manufactured components as required.
• Perform visual inspections while cleaning finished parts to maintain quality standards.
• Comply with safety procedures, PPE, ISO standards, and company policies.
• Cross-train for other departments to provide support as needed.
• Work well in a team environment or independently; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Manual tool use

Attention to detail

Team player

Hand/pneumatic tool operation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Progressive Staffing LLC in Tonawanda, NY is seeking a Hand Grind & Polish Technician for a full-time, direct-hire role in a manufacturing setting. The position involves deburring, grinding and polishing metal parts to meet blueprints and quality standards.

You will use pneumatic and manual tools, read production instructions and install threaded inserts. 1+ year manufacturing experience, HS diploma required, 100% in-office, 7:30am–3:30pm; relocation not offered; US work authorization required.