Polisher at ProMach, Deer Park NY

Pro Mach, a global leader in packaging line solutions, is hiring a full-time Polisher at its Deer Park, NY facility. This role sits within the Modern Packaging product brand, a Pro Mach division that engineers cup and tray filling systems for the food, beverage, and dairy industries. The polisher is responsible for ensuring that fabricated metal parts meet strict finish standards before they move into final assembly.

Modern Packaging depends on skilled metal polishers to prepare machined components for automated filling equipment used by manufacturers worldwide. The polisher works with a variety of hand and bench tools, following documented procedures to deburr and polish parts to specification.

• Operate small electric and pneumatic hand and bench tools
• Deburr and polish metal parts using various abrasives and hand tools
• Follow documented work instructions and established procedures
• Stand for extended periods as production demands require
• Collaborate with team members and assist colleagues when needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

• Previous polishing or metal-finishing experience is preferred but not required — Pro Mach will train the right candidate
• Ability to communicate and participate in discussions in English
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and operating procedures
• Capacity to stay organized and perform work safely and methodically
• Ability to follow both oral and written instructions
• Punctuality and dependability are essential
• Day shift: 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, plus 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Saturdays
• Overtime is frequently required

• Highlight relevant hard skills: Even without direct polishing experience, emphasize any background with hand tools, power tools, abrasives, bench grinders, or pneumatic equipment — these transfer directly to this role.
• Showcase safety awareness: Machinery manufacturing environments prioritize safety above all else. Mention any familiarity with OSHA standards, PPE usage, lockout/tagout procedures, or safety-conscious work habits.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude: If you have completed vocational training, technical school coursework, or personal projects involving metalwork, welding, or machining, include those details to stand out.
• Reference blueprint-reading ability: The ability to interpret work instructions, technical drawings, or inspection sheets is valuable — call it out explicitly on your resume.
• Leverage industry-specific job platforms: Beyond general boards, explore manufacturing-focused sites such as , iHireManufacturing, or the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) career center where similar openings frequently appear.
• Emphasize reliability and stamina: This is a physically active day‑shift role with mandatory overtime. Clearly communicate your willingness and physical readiness to meet those scheduling demands.

Pro Mach is headquartered near Cincinnati, Ohio, with manufacturing facilities and offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. The company has been named to the Inc. 5,000 list of fastest-growing private U.S. companies seven times. Employees benefit from the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial, fast-paced culture of a smaller company where individual contributions make a visible daily impact.

Pro Mach is an Equal Opportunity Employer, uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility, and maintains a drug‑free workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

If you are mechanically inclined, dependable, and eager to learn a skilled trade within a thriving industry, this Polisher position offers a solid foundation for long‑term career growth.