What are the responsibilities and job description for the Polisher - 2nd Shift position at N. Wasserstrom?
Founded in 1902, N. Wasserstrom is a national leader in the manufacturing and distribution of foodservice equipment and supplies. From design through installation, we operate as a global supplier, custom manufacturer, and consolidator of fixtures, furniture, and equipment, delivering flexible solutions to the places where people eat, sleep, work, play, shop, and gather.
Our success is driven not just by our national presence, buying power, regional consolidation, logistics operations, creative expertise, and innovative engineering, but by our people. Guided by our core values of Attitude, Effort, Trust, Innovation, and Family, we bring a positive, can-do mindset rooted in teamwork, accountability, and respect for diverse perspectives. We give our best every day by being responsive, resourceful, and resilient, standing by our word and taking ownership of our work. We embrace continuous improvement, encourage new ideas, and learn from mistakes as we push into new territory.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a talented Polisher to join our team. This position is responsible for grinding and polishing equipment to correct defects and prepare surfaces for finishing. Polishers work with shop machinery and basic hand tools, as well as build documents and drawings, to grind or polish products according to customer specifications. Polishers must have a strong attention to detail to identify defects and ensure quality standards are met. We primarily work with stainless steel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Grind and polish products to correct defects and prepare surfaces for finishing
- Deburr materials
- Work with shop machinery and basic hand tools
- Measure and mark products to ensure grinding and polishing standards are met
- Grind and polish products according to customer specifications
- Work with build documents and basic drawings
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace/shop
Skills and Abilities
- Mechanically inclined; ability to work with shop machinery and basic hand tools
- Ability to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16th of an inch
- Ability to add and subtract fractions
- Communicates well with others; asks for and offers help when needed
- Detail oriented; meets quality standards and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
- Organized; completes work in a timely manner; able to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Problem-solver; gathers and analyzes information skillfully and generates suggestions for improving work
- Capable of working independently and as a member of a team; contributes to building a positive team spirit
- Observes and follows safety procedures