Precision Polisher & Finishing Technician

Union Special; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Special, a USA-based manufacturer of industrial sewing equipment with a history spanning over 140 years, is seeking a skilled polisher to join our manufacturing team in Illinois. The role requires meticulous finishing of forged loopers and reading blueprints to close tolerances.

The successful candidate will have 2–3 years polishing experience, high attention to detail, and ability to work independently or with a team; fluent English is required and manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years polishing small intricate parts to a fine finish.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and hand‑eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Polish, buff and grind forged loopers to close tolerances.
• Check work using comparator, dial indicator, wing gauge.
• Select wheels and abrasives.
• Balance and dress blue surfaces on wheels.
• Read prints and job layouts.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.

Skills

Polishing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English fluent

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Comparator

Dial indicator

Wing gauge

Balancing wheels

Job description

Union Special, a USA-based manufacturer of industrial sewing equipment with a history spanning over 140 years, is seeking a skilled polisher to join our manufacturing team in Illinois. The role requires meticulous finishing of forged loopers and reading blueprints to close tolerances.

The successful candidate will have 2–3 years polishing experience, high attention to detail, and ability to work independently or with a team; fluent English is required and manufacturing experience is preferred.