Toolroom Polisher

Putnam Plastics Corporation; Dayville (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Putnam Plastics Corporation in Dayville, CT is seeking a Toolroom Polisher to finish and polish extrusion tooling and mold components to exact specs. You will use ultrasonic, rotary, and profiler handpieces, along with diamond compounds and various abrasives, to achieve top surface quality.

This on-site role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to read technical drawings, and regular presence on the factory floor.

Qualifications

• Experience polishing tooling, molds, or precision metal components.
• Proficiency with ultrasonic, rotary, and profiler handpieces.
• Strong knowledge of diamond compounds and their applications.
• Familiarity with various abrasive materials and polishing techniques.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment, including indicators, micrometers, and calipers.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or specifications (preferred).
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Regular and predictable 'physical presence' on-site attendance is an essential job function.

Responsibilities

• Polish extrusion tool flow surfaces to required finishes and tolerances.
• Deburr parts and remove surface imperfections from tooling components.
• Polish and finish mold components to meet quality and performance standards.
• Use precision hand tools including ultrasonic, rotary, and profiler handpieces.
• Select and apply appropriate diamond compounds for various polishing stages.
• Work with a range of abrasives, including polishing stones, ceramic stones, felt bobs, rubber abrasives, and diamond files.
• Measure and verify dimensions using precision instruments such as indicators, micrometers, and calipers.
• Inspect finished surfaces using magnification tools such as eye loupes to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and company guidelines.
• Regular and predictable 'physical presence' on-site attendance is an essential job function and a prerequisite to perform other functions of the job.
• Working in toolroom or manufacturing environment, exposure to metal dust, polishing compounds and shop equipment.

Skills

Polishing tooling

Handtool proficiency

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

On-site presence

Tools

Ultrasonic handpiece

Rotary handpiece

Profiler handpiece

Diamond compounds

Abrasive materials

Indicators/micrometers/calipers

Job description

Putnam Plastics Corporation (PPC) is the industry leading manufacture of life-saving medical devices components for over 40 years. We are looking for people who want to invest in their future, the future of PPC and our PPC community. Please refer to our website at putnamplastics.com/about/career-opportunities for more information. This is a summary only. We are an EEO employer.

Summary: The Toolroom Polisher is responsible for finishing and polishing extrusion tooling and mold components to precise specifications. This role ensures optimal surface quality and performance of tooling by using specialized polishing equipment, abrasives, and inspection tools

• Polish extrusion tool flow surfaces to required finishes and tolerances
• Deburr parts and remove surface imperfections from tooling components
• Polish and finish mold components to meet quality and performance standards
• Use precision hand tools including ultrasonic, rotary, and profiler handpieces
• Select and apply appropriate diamond compounds for various polishing stages
• Work with a range of abrasives, including polishing stones, ceramic stones, felt bobs, rubber abrasives, and diamond files
• Measure and verify dimensions using precision instruments such as indicators, micrometers, and calipers
• Inspect finished surfaces using magnification tools such as eye loupes to ensure quality standards are met
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment
• Follow all safety procedures and company guidelines
• Regular and predictable "physical presence" on-site attendance is an essential job function and a prerequisite to perform other functions of the job.
• working in Toolroom or manufacturing environment, exposure to metal dust, polishing compounds and shop equipment.

Required Qualification:

• Experience polishing tooling, molds, or precision metal components
• Proficiency with ultrasonic, rotary, and profiler handpieces
• Strong knowledge of diamond compounds and their applications
• Familiarity with various abrasive materials and polishing techniques
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment, including indicators, micrometers, and calipers
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or specifications (preferred)
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Regular and predictable "physical presence" on-site attendance is an essential job function and a prerequisite to perform other functions of the job.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, use hands to input, handle or feel, use of arms to reach, able to hear and talk. Must have dexterity to work with small pieces.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Required to stand for majority of an 8 hour work shift and lift/push/pull up to 50lbs repeatedly throughout work shift.
• Position requires data entry and regular use of computer/keyboard/mouse.
• Works mainly on a manufacturing floor. Periodically overtime could be required including weekends.