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Lincoln Industries of Wisconsin
Polisher - 1st Shift
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What they do
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.
$42,858 / year median in Wisconsin
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Job Title:
Polisher Job Code:
POLISHER001 SUMMARY
The purpose of this job is to clean, de-burr, polish and grind items of metal using hand tools or powered equipment by performing the following duties.WAGE TYPE
Hourly FLSA Exemption:
Non-exemptESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.- De-burrs or polishes parts by use of a portable grinder or buffer.
- Hold parts against abrasive belt or buff wheel to grind, polish or buff surface.
- Responsible for maintaining individual production goals.
- Changes tools on power equipment.
- Applies abrasive compound or other dressing to facilitate polishing operations.
- Could potentially come in contact with hazardous chemicals.
- Environmental responsibility is our commitment to our communities.
- Proper disposal of waste such as recyclables, standard waste, hazardous waste, etc. is expected.
- Any other tasks as required to fulfill Lincoln Industries' Beliefs and Drivers.
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
- Reports to: Polishing Team Leader
QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted for the expected levels of education and experience required. Education and/orExperience:
Expected:
High School Diploma or Equivalent. Six months related experience.Preferred:
One-year related experience preferred.Communication Skills:
- Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language.
- Must be able to read and understand work instructions and safety procedures.
Other Skills:
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Physical Requirements:
Job Category A- High Labor Intensive Category Must be able to perform physical functions equivalent to Category A. Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constant 0-25% of work activity 26
- 50% of work activity 51
- 75% of work activity 76
- 100% of work activity Regular Exposure To Uncomfortable Conditions X Personal Protective Equipment Required X Frequent Indoor Work X Outdoor Work X Machine Interfacing X Computer Interfacing X Hot Weather X Cold Weather X High Humidity Indexes X Electrical Hazards X Dirty X Dusty X Steam X Fumes-Vapor X Noisy X Chemical Exposure X Toxic Chemicals X Fire Hazards X Potential Confined Work Space X Awkward or Minimized Work Space X Walking X Stooping X Bending X Sitting X Typing X Balancing X Reaching X Continuous Standing X Climbing (catwalk, steps, ladders, etc.
- Hand Tools
- Polishing Lathes
- Equipment Usage
- Pipe Bending or Cutting Equipment X Squatting X Pushing