via Reed · 28 August 2026 ·23 days ago

Polishing Technician

Market36 Recruitment Ltd
Witham Full-time GBP 27,300 – 33,150
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Market 36 Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Metal Polisher to join an established engineering facility based in Witham.

The successful candidate will be responsible for polishing and finishing a range of metal components, primarily aluminium, ensuring all work meets the required quality and customer standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out polishing and finishing operations on various metals, primarily aluminium.

  • Use hand tools, power tools and specialist polishing equipment.

  • Inspect surfaces before and after polishing to identify scratches, defects and imperfections.

  • Prepare materials by cleaning, degreasing and applying appropriate compounds or coatings.

  • Monitor the quality of finished surfaces and make adjustments where required.

  • Maintain and clean polishing equipment to ensure it remains in good working condition.

  • Identify and troubleshoot issues with polishing processes, equipment and materials.

  • Maintain accurate records of processes, materials and quality inspections.

About You
  • Excellent attention to detail and a strong eye for quality.

  • Previous experience in a polishing, finishing or similar manufacturing role is desirable.

  • Able to read and understand technical drawings.

  • Practical and hands-on approach to problem solving.

  • Able to work independently as well as part of a wider production team.

  • Reliable, organised and committed to maintaining high-quality standards.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm

40 hours per week

Salary

Up to £17.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate

  • Full-time, permanent position

  • Monday to Friday working hours

  • Opportunity to join an established engineering environment

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance & ITAD. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles.

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