IMI plc
We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.
We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science, and Transport.
Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.
Role Overview:
The Polisher / Honing Technician is responsible for polishing, honing, lapping, and finishing precision components to required surface finish and dimensional specifications. This position operates polishing and honing equipment, performs quality inspections, follows safety and housekeeping standards, and supports continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment. Employees are expected to develop skills progressively through Class C, B, and A levels while maintaining quality, productivity, and safety standards.
Work Environment:
- Manufacturing and production environment.
- Exposure to moving mechanical equipment, polishing compounds, coolants, and cleaning materials.
- Required use of safety equipment including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and other PPE as applicable.
Key Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities (Class C)
- Operate buffing wheels, hand tools, automatic polishing machines, and other basic polishing equipment.
- Use profilometers and other measuring devices to verify surface finish requirements.
- Monitor and operate air filtration systems associated with polishing operations.
- Perform hand lapping and simple polishing work as required.
- Clean and prepare components for polishing and finishing operations.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, including daily housekeeping and 5S activities.
- Support snow and ice removal activities when required.
- Meet established standards for productivity, utilization, quality, scrap reduction, and rework prevention.
- Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and quality requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervision or management.
Advanced Responsibilities (Class B)
- Operate lapping machines to lap ball components while effectively managing multiple work assignments.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and manufacturing specifications.
- Radius ports and V-slots on components as required.
- Operate engine lathes to polish and finish components.
- Perform complex polishing and finishing operations.
- Achieve and maintain surface finish requirements of 5 RA or better when specified.
- Set up and operate honing equipment for basic component processing.
- Grind basic drills and tooling as needed.
- Operate the Electro Polish production line, including:
- Filling and monitoring chemical tanks.
- Performing routine maintenance.
- Maintaining process controls and documentation.
- Assist in training and mentoring entry-level polishing employees.
Expert Responsibilities (Class A)
- Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain honing machines.
- Modify, adjust, and optimize honing tooling for specific applications.
- Utilize specialized measuring equipment associated with honing operations.
- Determine tooling requirements and communicate needs to management and purchasing personnel.
- Assist in ordering and managing honing tooling inventory.
- Train and mentor Class B employees.
- Serve as a technical resource for polishing and honing processes.
Critical Competencies for Success:
Performance Expectations
- Employees are expected to:
- Meet or exceed quality, productivity, and utilization goals.
- Minimize scrap and rework.
- Follow all safety and quality procedures.
- Demonstrate continuous improvement in technical skills and cross-training capabilities.
- Progress through Class C, B, and A skill levels through demonstrated competency and consistent performance.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Frequent use of hands and arms for polishing, measuring, and machine operation.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and shop conditions
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous manufacturing, polishing, machining, or honing experience preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with precision components.
Pay range: $18 - 24/hr
Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.
What IMI Can Offer You
At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs.
See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:
- Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
- Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
- 14-week maternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
- 4-week paternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
- Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups
- PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays
- Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
- Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
- Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
- Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
- Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
- Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
- Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%
**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**
Health & Safety
The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.
Code of Ethics
IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.
Changes to This Job Description
IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.
IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
