Deburring Technician

Morson Human Resources Limited; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Actuations in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced Deburrer/Detailer for a temporary-to-permanent role. You will perform precision finishing and deburring on transmission components, reading drawings, and ensuring quality standards in a collaborative aerospace environment.

The position offers training for transferable skills, with early and late shifts rotating weekly and overtime opportunities. A strong eye for detail and pride in craftsmanship are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or precision manufacturing finishing.
• Level 3 qualification in engineering or manufacturing (as per job spec).
• Excellent hand–eye coordination and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carry out precision detailing, deburring, and finishing operations on machined components using a range of hand tools, polishing equipment, and rotary tools.
• Ensure that all surfaces and edges are finished to the correct specification, free from burrs, tool marks, or sharp edges.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, process sheets, and visual standards to achieve the required finish on each component.
• Inspect work visually and dimensionally using gauges, micrometers, and other precision instruments to confirm conformance to specification.
• Record all inspection and completion data accurately to maintain traceability.
• Support manufacturing engineers in trial work and continuous improvement of finishing techniques.
• Maintain your workstation and tools in line with 5S, TPM, and safety standards.
• Participate in problem-solving activities related to surface quality, tool wear, or process consistency.
• Provide feedback to upstream machining operations to improve process outcomes and efficiency.

Skills

Precision detailing

Deburring

Finishing

Aerospace

Hand–eye coordination

Quality assurance

Safety

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification

Tools

Gauges and micrometers

Job description

Deburrer/Detailer/Finishing role - TRAINING PROVIDED FOR THOSE WITH TRANSFERABLE SKILLS - Candidates from machining or aerospace deburring backgrounds encouraged to apply.

Morson are recruiting for an experienced Deburrer/Detailer. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity initially for 6 months, working onsite at our aerospace client Safran Actuations based in Wolverhampton. The shift pattern will be earlies and lates rotated weekly:

Week 1 – Earlies:

• Monday–Thursday: 6:00am – 1:30pm
• Friday: 6:00am – 1:00pm

Week 2 – Lates:

• Monday–Thursday: 1:15pm – 9:00pm
• Friday: 1:00pm – 7:00pm

37 HOURS PLUS OVERTIME (double time enquire)

Pay rates:

£26.87 per hour plus £3.91 holiday pay (can opt to accrue holiday pay to ensure payment for 25 days plus 8 days bank holiday / £35.71 per hour Umbrella - please enquire

You will take ownership of the fine finishing and visual integrity of gears and other transmission components, ensuring they meet strict quality and safety standards. You’ll work closely with machinists, engineers, and quality inspectors in a collaborative environment that values accuracy, consistency, and pride in craftsmanship. This position suits someone with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for producing work of the highest possible standard.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?

• Carry out precision detailing, deburring, and finishing operations on machined components using a range of hand tools, polishing equipment, and rotary tools.
• Ensure that all surfaces and edges are finished to the correct specification, free from burrs, tool marks, or sharp edges.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, process sheets, and visual standards to achieve the required finish on each component.
• Inspect work visually and dimensionally using gauges, micrometers, and other precision instruments to confirm conformance to specification.
• Record all inspection and completion data accurately to maintain traceability.
• Support manufacturing engineers in trial work and continuous improvement of finishing techniques.
• Maintain your workstation and tools in line with 5S, TPM, and safety standards.
• Participate in problem-solving activities related to surface quality, tool wear, or process consistency.
• Provide feedback to upstream machining operations to improve process outcomes and efficiency.

Essential skills:

• Experience in all OR some of the following - precision detailing, deburring, or finishing within aerospace, automotive, or precision manufacturing sectors.
• Level 3 qualification (in various engineering or manufacutring disciplines - enquire)
• Excellent hand–eye coordination and ability to perform intricate manual operations under magnification where required.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance and inspection procedures.
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a production environment.

Desirable skills:

• Flexible approach with willingness to adapt to new techniques and support other operations as needed.