Job Title:
Metal Polisher
Location:
Newcastle
Hourly Rate:
Up to £15 per hour (DOE)
Shifts:
Day Shift- 4-day week!!
Benefits:
- Pension: Match up to 6%
- Hours: Mon to Thurs: 07:00 – 16:45
- Production Bonus: Up to £360 per quarter
- Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays
- Health and safety training
- Professional development opportunities
The Company:
Join a leading and well-established engineering manufacturer known for precision and quality. This company supplies to highly regulated sectors including aerospace and defence, offering a clean, safety-focused and inclusive working environment. They are currently expanding their operations and are seeking an experienced Polisher to join their expert team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a business that values attention to detail, quality craftsmanship, and employee development.
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a skilled Polisher to perform high-quality polishing and inspection of metal components. You will be responsible for finishing parts to various standards, from standard 80-grit belt finishes to mirror polish. The successful Polisher will also play a critical role in maintaining quality assurance processes through detailed inspection, documentation, and reporting.
Main Duties Include:
- Polishing of metal components to various surface finishes, including sateen, super sateen, and mirror.
- Polishing radii using specialist equipment.
- Performing in-process and final inspections using precision tools such as verniers, micrometres, PI tapes, CMM or Faro arms.
- Conducting goods-in, goods-out, subcontract, and purchased parts inspections.
- Documenting inspection data and signing off first/last inspection reports.
- Reporting non-conformances and contributing to zero-defect delivery goals.
- Using spreadsheets and internal systems to input technical inspection data.
- Participating in internal audits and quality system improvements.
Skills & Experience:
- Previous experience in a metal polishing or finishing role.
- Knowledge of various polishing techniques and standards.
- Competent in using precision measuring equipment.
- Attention to detail and high quality standards.
- Good computer literacy for entering inspection data.
- Strong understanding of inspection and quality control processes.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance standards.
Why Should You Apply?
- A rare opportunity to work for a respected manufacturing company with strong values.
- Be part of a skilled and supportive team where your expertise as a Polisher will be highly valued.
- Competitive hourly rate with the potential for overtime.
- Stability and long-term career prospects within a growing company.
- Take pride in creating high-quality components used in global industries.
