Job Description

Step into a hands-on role where your precision and craftsmanship directly impact product quality and customer satisfaction. This temporary opportunity in Tulsa is ideal for someone who takes pride in flawless finishes, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys working with metal components and polishing equipment.

About the Role:

As a Temporary Polisher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality surface finishes on metal parts to meet exact specifications and production standards. You will work closely with production teams, following blueprints and work orders to ensure each component is polished, buffed, and prepared on time and to the required quality. Your attention to detail and efficiency will support overall productivity and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform metal polishing and buffing on a variety of components to achieve specified surface finishes.
• Interpret and follow blueprints, work orders, and job instructions to determine polishing requirements.
• Select and use appropriate hand and power tools, polishing wheels, compounds, and abrasives for each job.
• Inspect parts throughout the process to ensure dimensional accuracy, surface quality, and consistency.
• Carry out basic machine maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, and minor adjustments to polishing equipment.
• Organise and prioritise daily workload to meet production schedules and deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area in compliance with company safety standards.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to report issues, suggest improvements, and support continuous workflow.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in metal polishing, buffing, or similar surface finishing work in a manufacturing or workshop environment.
• Strong proficiency in surface finishing techniques for metals, including use of different grits, compounds, and tools.
• Skilled in using hand and power tools safely and effectively for grinding, sanding, and polishing operations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical instructions.
• High level of attention to detail and precision in finishing work, with a focus on quality and consistency.
• Solid time management skills with the ability to work to set production targets and deadlines.
• Capability to perform basic machine maintenance and troubleshoot minor equipment issues.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and handle repetitive tasks with manual dexterity.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with different metals (e.g., stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel) and understanding their finishing characteristics.
• Background in a high-volume production environment with established productivity metrics.
• Familiarity with quality inspection tools (e.g., calipers, gauges) for checking dimensions and finishes.
• Knowledge of safety practices specific to polishing, grinding, and metal fabrication operations.
• Previous experience in temporary or contract manufacturing roles, adapting quickly to new processes.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational training or coursework in metalworking, fabrication, or industrial trades preferred.
• Any relevant safety or equipment operation certifications in manufacturing or workshop environments considered an advantage.

If you are a detail-focused polisher who delivers clean, precise finishes and can step into a busy production setting quickly, this temporary role in Tulsa could be the right fit—apply now to be considered.