Polishers

Job description

These individuals polish metal parts. They are employed in manufacturing industries.

Environment

Controlled ambient temperature
Equipment, machinery, tools
Odours
Nontoxic dust
Hazardous workplaces
Noise
Electricity
Falling objects

Main tasks

Read and interpret commands.
Select the appropriate method and equipment.
Polish metal parts using manual or semi-automatic tools.
Inspect parts to ensure the quality of the work and make corrections as necessary.
Clean work areas and maintain equipment.

Advancement and mobility

Experience leads to senior positions.

Training and requirements

Formation

No specific training

WAP

This occupation is targeted by a Workplace Apprenticeship Program

Polisher

Main skills and characteristics

Skills

Information processing
Data collection
Quality control analysis
Monitoring operations
Equipment maintenance

Operations and control
Troubleshooting
Repair

More Less skills

Abilities

Hand-arm stability
Manual dexterity
Digital dexterity
Control accuracy
Near vision

Limb coordination
Oral comprehension
Awareness of issues
Selective attention
Static muscle power
Verbal skills
Colour perception and distinction
Perception speed
Processing flexibility

More Less abilities

Knowledge and attributes

Capacity to work under pressure
Autonomy
Sense of responsibility
Knowledge of production and treatment
Rigour
Attention to detail
Respect standards and regulations
Sense of observation
Patience
Timeliness

Interests

Work manually
Exercer une activité sportive ou physique

Personality profiles (RIASEC)

Realistic: People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
Conventional: People with this profile prefer specific, well-defined tasks. They like to respect the order of things and follow established rules.
Investigative: People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.

Additional information

Appellation d’emploi liée (à traduire)

Labourers in metal fabrication (CNP 95101)

Skill type

Manufacturing and utilities

Related occupations

See also

Last update: January 29, 2026