• Polishing Operator

    Aerotek (South Beloit, IL)


    Job Opening: Stainless Steel Polisher

     

    Are you a master of metal finishes with an eye for perfection? We're looking for a talented Stainless Steel Polisher to join our team and help craft flawless surfaces for food and pharmaceutical-grade applications. If you thrive on precision, take pride in your craftsmanship, and enjoy working with both hand and power tools—this is your moment.

    What You'll Be Doing

    + Transform stainless steel parts through expert grinding, polishing, and buffing to meet rigorous industry standards.

    + Tackle complex shapes, contours, and recesses with finesse and accuracy.

    + Operate and maintain polishing equipment with a focus on safety and performance.

    + Choose the right abrasives, dressings, and techniques for each unique task.

    + Conduct detailed inspections to ensure every piece meets our high-quality benchmarks.

    + Interpret technical drawings and follow precise instructions.

    + Handle parts of varying sizes and weights—up to 50 lbs—with care and confidence.

    What You Bring

    + Hands-on experience in metal finishing and polishing.

    + Skilled in using grinders and other polishing tools.

    + Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort with hand/power tools.

    + Familiarity with food and pharmaceutical-grade surface requirements.

    Bonus Skills

    + Experience in electropolishing or electroplating is a big plus.

    + Ability to work with intricate stainless steel geometries.

    Why You'll Love Working Here

    + Be part of a close-knit team that values your expertise and supports your growth.

    + Enjoy a generous benefits package including:

    + 401(k) with matching

    + Health, dental, and vision insurance

    + Flexible spending account

    + Life insurance

    + Paid time off

    + Retirement plan

    + Tuition reimbursement

    + Thrive in a family-like atmosphere with a flexible schedule that respects your time.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $22.00/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

     

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in South Beloit,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.