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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.
$42,971 / year median in Pennsylvania
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Grinder Belden Inc. United States, Pennsylvania, Washington Sep 09, 2026 Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Grinder Apply now
Date:
Sep 9, 2026
Location:
Washington, PA, US, 15301
Company:
Belden Inc Innovation Starts With You Propel your career at Belden, where innovation creates possibilities-for our people, our customers, and the communities we serve. We connect people, information, and ideas to solve the world's most complex connectivity challenges, turning curiosity into meaningful impact. Here, you'll take on work that challenges you, supports your growth, and empowers you to shape what's next. You'll collaborate with global teams, gain diverse perspectives, and contribute to solutions that extend beyond our business-creating value in the world around us. Together, we are shaping the future of digitization and paving the way for the next generation of innovation. Position Summary The Grinder is responsible for performing precision grinding and finishing operations to prepare metal components for paint and cosmetic finishes. This role requires a strong understanding of abrasive materials, surface finishing techniques, and quality standards to ensure parts meet both dimensional and aesthetic requirements. Key Responsibilities Perform rough and finish grinding operations on metal parts to meet dimensional and surface finish requirements
Produce high-quality cosmetic grain finishes on stainless steel and aluminum components
Repair welds and surface imperfections to achieve a clean, visually acceptable finish
Perform putty work to correct defective areas prior to finishing
Select and apply appropriate abrasives based on material type and required finish
Use hand tools and grinding equipment to remove material and refine surfaces
Inspect finished surfaces to ensure compliance with quality and appearance standards
Maintain production efficiency while achieving required finish quality
Monitor and control usage of grinding materials and supplies
Build and utilize fixtures to securely hold parts during grinding operations Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods
Frequent use of hands for grinding, sanding, and finishing
Ability to lift and move parts as needed
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and vibration Let's Create Possibilities Together. Join a global community shaping the future of intelligent connectivity. At Belden, you'll help push the boundaries of technology and write the next chapter of innovation, creating possibilities for your career, your future, and the world around you. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.
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