Polisher

Euro Communications Distribution Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading refurbishment company in Wolverhampton is seeking a Polisher / Precision Polisher / Finishing Technician. In this full-time role, you will perform high-accuracy polishing of mobile phone glass surfaces with responsibilities ranging from preparing devices to operating polishing machinery. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail and some experience in related fields, though training is provided. The position offers a supportive environment with career progression and several employee perks.

Benefits

Career progression

Free onsite parking

Up to 33 days paid holiday

Birthday off

Salary sacrifice schemes

Private pension scheme

Employer Pension Contribution

Equal opportunities employer

Recession Proof Industry

Staff discounts

Team social events and days out

Qualifications

• Prior polishing, finishing, or restoration experience preferred but not essential.
• Comfortable working with machines and willing to learn.
• Dependable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Prepare components for polishing.
• Operate precision polishing equipment.
• Monitor and inspect surfaces during polishing.
• Apply protective coatings.
• Perform final quality checks.
• Maintain equipment and workspace.
• Collaborate with teams to meet quality targets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Quality standards judgement

Basic knowledge of chemicals and abrasives

Job description

About The Role

Location: Wednesfield, Wolverhampton

Employment type: Full Time

Salary: £26,000 - £31,000

We are seeking a Polisher / Precision Polisher / Finishing Technician to join our refurbishment team. In this role, you will perform high‑accuracy polishing and finishing of mobile phone glass surfaces. You will prepare devices, operate polishing machinery, and apply protective coatings to restore cosmetic quality.

The process involves preparing devices for polishing, operating precision machinery to remove scratches and imperfections, and applying protective coatings post‑treatment. Since this is a new process, we welcome candidates with transferable skills from polishing, finishing, or restoration industries. Full process training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare components (phones) for polishing (cleaning, masking, setup)
• Operate precision polishing equipment to remove scratches and defects from glass.
• Monitor and inspect surfaces during and after polishing to maintain quality standards.
• Apply protective coatings to polished phone screens.
• Perform final checks to ensure devices meet cosmetic and quality benchmarks.
• Maintain equipment and workspace, manage stock.
• Adhere to health & safety protocols when handling chemicals, polishing media and machinery.
• Collaborate with refurbishment and quality assurance teams to meet throughput and quality targets.

Desired Background / Transferable Experience

We are especially interested in candidates with backgrounds in:

• Glass polishing / restoration (automotive glass, architectural glass).
• Jewellery or watch polishing (case finishing, lens polishing).
• Optical lens or precision glass/optics polishing.
• Metal surface finishing or polishing (stainless steel, aluminium, brass).
• Automotive detailing and paint correction (machine polishing).
• Any fine surface finishing work where attention to detail, smooth surfaces, and consistency mattered.

Candidate Attributes & Skills

• Excellent attention to detail and visual inspection ability.
• Dexterity and hand‑eye coordination when handling delicate items.
• Comfortable working with machines and willing to learn.
• Ability to judge and maintain quality standards.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to meet productivity targets.
• Basic knowledge or willingness to learn about safe handling of chemicals and abrasives.
• Some prior polishing, finishing, or restoration experience (preferred but not essential).

Benefits & Perks

• Career progression
• Free onsite parking
• Up to 33 days paid holiday
• Birthday off and paid (following year 2, no annual leave used)
• Extra day of annual leave every year from year 2
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Private pension scheme
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Equal opportunities employer (since 1999)
• Recession Proof Industry
• Staff discounts
• Team social events and days out