A Finisher, Polisher, or Buffer cleans, sands and polishes materials such as wood, stone, plastic, or metal used in manufacturing processes. Performs finishing and polishing done at the final stages of production to prepare goods for consumers.
Starts at $20.00/hour (Negotiable based on experience) About the Role We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Stone FabricatorPolisher to join our team in Mendota Heights. In this role, you will work with premium materials-including Granite, Quartz, and Porcelain-using both traditional hand techniques and advanced fabrication machinery. If you take pride in your craftsmanship, know how to read shop drawings, and have a strong track record of safe machinery operation, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities FabricationPolishing:
Cut, shape, polish, glaze, and buff granite, quartz, and porcelain to exact specifications using hand tools and modern machinery.
BlueprintDrawing Interpretation:
Read shop drawings accurately to execute our 6 standard edge profiles without sacrificing precise dimensional tolerances.
Quality Control:
Inspect finished workpieces using templates and precision measuring tools to verify quality and correct any defects.
MachineryEquipment Operation:
Safely operate specialized fabrication machinery, overhead cranes, and forklifts.
Shop SafetyMaintenance:
Maintain a clean workspace, follow all shop safety protocols, and consistently wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)-including safety glasses, ear protection, waterproof gear, and dust masks.
Team Collaboration:
Work dynamically within the shop, assisting team members at different stations when needed to keep production moving smoothly.
Required QualificationsExperience Stone Working Expertise:
Hands-on experience cutting and polishing Granite, Quartz, and Porcelain .
Technical Skills:
Ability to read shop drawings/blueprints and understand standard edge profiles (e.g., Ogee, Bevel, Bullnose, Pencil).
Equipment Experience:
Proficiency operating stone machinery such as Comandulli, Genya, Smartcut, or Penta (or similar CNC/bridge saws). Certified or experienced in operating Forklifts and Overhead Cranes .
Math Skills:
Basic shop math skills (adding and subtracting fractions/measurements accurately). Physical RequirementsWorking Conditions Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs independently. Ability to withstand continuous physical effort, including standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and handling heavy or awkward materials throughout the shift. Comfortable wearing full protective gear in a wet/dusty fabrication shop environment. Why Join Our Team? Reliable 1st shift hours with long-term Temp-to-Hire stability. Work with state-of-the-art stone fabrication machinery. Competitive pay, negotiable based on your expertise. Supportive, team-oriented shop culture focused on safety and quality crafting.
