Aerospace Finishing Technician: Precision Casting

Tech Castings, Inc.; Indiana; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Castings, Inc. in Shirley, IN, is seeking a Finish Department Technician to perform precise finishing operations on aerospace-grade castings. You will ensure parts meet dimensional and cosmetic specs before shipment or further processing.

Responsibilities include grinding, deburring, polishing, reading work instructions and blueprints, and maintaining strict safety and quality standards in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; vocational training preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in metal finishing, foundry work, or precision manufacturing (aerospace preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and traveler documents.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper PPE use.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and machine-based finishing operations, including grinding, sandblasting, cutoff, gate removal, blending, deburring, and surface conditioning.
• Operate grinding wheels, belt sanders, pneumatic tools, and other finishing equipment while following strict safety procedures.
• Interpret traveler paperwork, work instructions, and blueprints to determine finishing requirements.
• Identify and report casting defects or nonconformances to Quality or Engineering personnel.
• Maintain process documentation and ensure traceability in accordance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in workflow, safety, and quality performance.
• Assist with part handling, staging, and routing between the finishing, inspection, and heat-treat departments.

Skills

Reading drawings

Traveler documents

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training

Tools

Grinding wheels

Belt sanders

Pneumatic tools

Cutoff saws

Blast cabinets

Job description

Description

Shirley, IN

About Tech Castings

Tech Castings is a leader in Aerospace Investment Casting with a steadfast commitment to investing in the best business tools and equipment available. We have grown revenue in every year of our existence since 2011, working with OEM’s including GE Aerospace, Rolls Royce and Honeywell, and recently completed a 5-million-dollar expansion.

About the role

The Finish Department Technician is responsible for performing precise and high-quality finishing operations on aerospace-grade castings. This position ensures all parts meet dimensional and cosmetic specifications required by aerospace and defense industry standards before shipment or further processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manual and machine-based finishing operations, including grinding, sandblasting, cutoff, gate removal, blending, deburring, and surface conditioning.
• Operate grinding wheels, belt sanders, pneumatic tools, and other finishing equipment while following strict safety procedures.
• Interpret traveler paperwork, work instructions, and blueprints to determine finishing requirements.
• Identify and report casting defects or nonconformances to Quality or Engineering personnel.
• Maintain process documentation and ensure traceability in accordance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in workflow, safety, and quality performance.
• Assist with part handling, staging, and routing between the finishing, inspection, and heat-treat departments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in metal finishing, foundry work, or precision manufacturing (aerospace preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and traveler documents.
• Basic knowledge of aerospace quality standards and inspection techniques.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper PPE use.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs for extended periods.
• Tolerance for working in a production environment with noise, dust, and varying temperatures.

Desired Attributes

• Experience with nickel-base or cobalt-base superalloy components.
• Familiarity with investment casting processes and finishing systems like cutoff saws and blast cabinets.
• Strong teamwork skill with a proactive, quality-first attitude.