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Polisher

Employee who polishes a diamond using tang, relevant pots and scaif to achieve the rough estimation is called Polisher. They play a vital role in the ground level in crafting the diamond. Polishers are divided as below:
    All above polishers have their own tools, equipment and responsibilities. In few factories, 1 employee does multiple polisher jobs. Polishers are followers of track laid down by the planner/department supervisor. Serial number 1 to 4 will fall under preparation department and the rest in finishing department. Their tasks and responsibilities are explained below.

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