Polisher (Metal Products Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that polishes the surfaces of metal products to improve quality through deburring, gloss finishing, and more.
Description
Polishing workers (metal products manufacturing) remove burrs, scratches, and unevenness from the surfaces of metal parts and products to achieve the required dimensional tolerances and surface roughness. Workers operate machinery such as polishing machines, belt sanders, disc sanders, and buffing machines, and select appropriate grinding stones and abrasives. To inspect the quality of the finish, they measure dimensions and roughness using micrometers and surface roughness gauges, and also perform visual and tactile inspections. They follow work processes suited to the environment, such as factory line work or single-piece production, wear safety protective gear, and avoid hazards from chips and grinding dust. Even as automation equipment increases, skilled techniques are required for fine adjustments and high-precision finishing.
Future Outlook
Amid manufacturing industries, demand for precision parts is increasing, keeping the demand for skilled polishers stable. While automation and polishing robots are advancing, manual finishing techniques remain essential for fine processing, so mid-level technicians continue to be in demand.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Polishing Worker → Senior Polishing Worker → Quality Control Staff → Production Engineering Engineer
Required Skills
Deburring / Polishing Machine Operation / Selection of Polishing Grinding Stones / Simple Machine Maintenance / Surface Roughness Measurement
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance Knowledge / Quality Control / Understanding of Safety and Health Regulations / Weld Pre-treatment
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Need to perform uniform finishing without missing fine surface irregularities. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy parts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, with few opportunities to demonstrate creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few complex calculations; mainly involves reading dimensions and roughness. |
| Planning & Organization | Work procedures are predetermined, with a focus on execution rather than planning. |
Aliases
- Buff Polisher
- Metal Polisher
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