Polisher

Plassein Industry Sdn Bhd


Date: 6 hours ago
City: Remote
Contract type: Full time
Remote
Position Level: Non-Executive Job Specialization: Manufacturing/Production Operations Qualification: Primary/Secondary School/SPM/"O" Level

Employment Type: Full-Time

Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities

  • Perform polishing, stoning, buffing, lapping, diamond polishing, and mirror-finishing of mould cavities, cores, inserts, sliders, lifters, and other mould components.
  • Achieve the required mould surface finish in accordance with customer specifications, engineering drawings, SPI (Society of the Plastics Industry) standards, and internal quality requirements.
  • Remove machining marks, scratches, corrosion, weld marks, and other surface imperfections to restore mould quality.
  • Prepare mould surfaces for texturing, coating, laser engraving, plating, or other secondary finishing processes where required.
  • Inspect mould surfaces using appropriate measuring instruments and visual inspection techniques to ensure compliance with finishing specifications.
  • Assist in mould repair, refurbishment, modification, and preventive maintenance activities.
  • Maintain polishing tools, equipment, abrasives, and consumables in good working condition and report any defects or shortages.
  • Follow approved polishing methods, work instructions, quality standards, and safety procedures at all times.
  • Maintain proper housekeeping (5S) within the Tool Room and ensure work areas are clean, organised, and safe.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve polishing quality, efficiency, and mould performance.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the Tool Room Supervisor or Management.

Qualification / Knowledge / Skill Requirements

  • Secondary School Certificate, Technical Certificate, Vocational Certificate, or equivalent qualification.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in mould polishing, tool room operations, precision tooling, or plastic injection moulding is preferred.
  • Experience in polishing high-gloss, cosmetic, optical, or precision moulds will be an added advantage.
  • Knowledge of mould structures, polishing techniques, SPI surface finish standards, and mould maintenance practices.
  • Skilled in using polishing equipment, hand tools, abrasive stones, diamond compounds, buffing wheels, and measuring instruments.
  • Able to read basic engineering drawings and understand surface finish specifications.
  • Good manual dexterity, attention to detail, and strong visual inspection skills.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
  • Willing to work overtime or shift schedules when required to support production.

Authority

  • Stop work and immediately report any mould condition that may result in quality defects, equipment damage, or safety risks.
  • Reject mould surfaces that do not comply with approved surface finish specifications or quality standards.
  • Recommend mould repair, refurbishment, or corrective actions to the Tool Room Supervisor.
  • Request replacement of worn polishing tools, abrasives, consumables, or defective equipment necessary to perform work effectively.
  • Escalate mould abnormalities, excessive wear, damage, or quality concerns to the Tool Room Supervisor for further evaluation.
  • Participate in preventive maintenance planning and continuous improvement activities related to mould finishing and polishing processes.

Working Conditions

  • Work primarily in the Tool Room and manufacturing environment.
  • Frequent use of polishing machines, hand tools, abrasive materials, precision measuring instruments, and inspection equipment.
  • Exposure to machine noise, dust, lubricants, polishing compounds, cleaning chemicals, and metal particles.
  • Requires prolonged standing, repetitive hand movements, fine motor skills, and close visual inspection.
  • May be required to work overtime, weekends, public holidays, or rotating shifts to support production and urgent tooling requirements.
  • Mandatory use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, safety shoes, hearing protection, and other PPE as required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • On-time completion of mould polishing and maintenance activities.
  • Mould surface finish acceptance rate (First Pass Yield).
  • Number of mould-related cosmetic defects attributable to polishing quality.
  • Rework rate due to polishing defects.
  • Compliance with preventive maintenance schedules.
  • Tool Room 5S and housekeeping audit score.
  • Safety compliance and zero lost-time incidents.
  • Reduction in mould downtime attributable to polishing-related issues.
  • Compliance with internal quality, customer, and ISO audit requirements.
  • Productivity achieved against planned polishing schedules.
  • Proper care and utilisation of polishing tools and equipment.
  • Continuous improvement participation and implementation of process improvement initiatives.

Job Location: Johor

Other Location: Years of Experience: 0 Age Range of Candidate: - Monthly Salary: - Requirements: Qualification / Knowledge / Skill Requirements

  • Secondary School Certificate, Technical Certificate, Vocational Certificate, or equivalent qualification.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in mould polishing, tool room operations, precision tooling, or plastic injection moulding is preferred.
  • Experience in polishing high-gloss, cosmetic, optical, or precision moulds will be an added advantage.
  • Knowledge of mould structures, polishing techniques, SPI surface finish standards, and mould maintenance practices.
  • Skilled in using polishing equipment, hand tools, abrasive stones, diamond compounds, buffing wheels, and measuring instruments.
  • Able to read basic engineering drawings and understand surface finish specifications.
  • Good manual dexterity, attention to detail, and strong visual inspection skills.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
  • Willing to work overtime or shift schedules when required to support production.

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