Polishing Machine Operator

The role

The Polishing Machine Operator restores and polishes mobile device screens through established processes. This role involves preparing devices, operating polishing equipment, and conducting quality inspections.

What you will do

• Operate polishing equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety standards.
• Prepare devices for polishing by selecting the proper molds and applying waterproof adhesive.
• Load and unload devices from polishing molds and equipment.
• Monitor equipment settings, air pressure, and operating conditions.
• Utilize curing equipment to process waterproof adhesive and oleophobic coatings.
• Inspect finished devices for scratches, cosmetic defects, and screen imperfections.
• Reprocess devices that do not meet established quality standards.
• Maintain accurate workflow by ensuring devices are properly transferred to subsequent stages.
• Keep workstations clean, organized, and stocked.
• Identify equipment issues, material shortages, or process concerns and escalate appropriately.

Required qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to identify equipment abnormalities.
• Ability to safely operate production equipment and machinery.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet production goals and deadlines.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to identify issues and recommend process improvements.
• Dependable, trustworthy, and able to work well within a team environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new processes.
• Ability to frequently read fine print, inspect products, and manipulate small electronic devices.
• Ability to move materials or boxes weighing up to 40 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds.

Nice to have

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, warehouse operations, electronics refurbishment, or device repair preferred.
• Experience operating production equipment or machinery preferred.

About the company

ecoATM is a technology company and a pioneer of device re-commerce. Through its automated kiosks and online marketplace Gazelle.com, it enables mobile device re-use.