Posted 05 August, 2026
Trainee Metal Polisher
YG Engineering Ltd
Coventry, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Trainee Metal Polisher Permanent £14.00 - £15.50 per hour Lates (2pm - 12:30am Monday to Thursday) Coventry Trainee Metal Polisher – Aerospace Manufacturing We are looking for a motivated Trainee Metal Polisher to join our clients aerospace manufacturing team and develop a specialist skill set within a high-precision engineering environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid grounding in general engineering or manufacturing who is keen to learn a highly valued trade within the aerospace sector. As a Trainee Metal Polisher, you will receive structured, hands-on training from experienced professionals to become a fully qualified metal polisher, working to exacting aerospace standards. You will be involved in preparing, polishing and finishing complex components, learning how to work with a variety of metals while developing an eye for detail, quality and surface finish. What you’ll be doing: * Learning metal polishing techniques to aerospace quality standards * Preparing components through cleaning, deburring and surface finishing * Working with hand tools, polishing equipment and abrasives * Inspecting finished parts to ensure compliance with specifications * Following engineering drawings, work instructions and quality procedures * Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area What we’re looking for: * A basic background in engineering or manufacturing (work experience, apprenticeship or college training) * A practical, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail * Willingness to learn, take feedback and develop specialist skills * Good work ethic, reliability and pride in producing high-quality work * Ability to follow processes and work to tight tolerances What’s on offer: * Full training to become a skilled Metal Polisher in the aerospace industry * Long-term career development in a stable, high-quality manufacturing business * Supportive team environment with experienced mentors * Competitive pay with progression as skills develop If you’re looking to build a career in aerospace manufacturing and want to develop a specialist trade with real long-term prospects, this role offers an outstanding starting point. To be considered for this position, please send us your CV ASAP by applying to this advert
