Aerospace Grinder & Sheet Metal Deburring Tech

Aerotek; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Gardena, CA is seeking a Grinder / Shop Labor for an aerospace production and machine shop environment. You will read blueprints, perform deburring, and prepare sheet metal parts for inspection, with a schedule from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

and overtime opportunities. This contract-to-hire role offers room for growth and career stability within a high-precision aerospace setting. The position emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration with shop personnel to meet production targets.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints for sheet metal fabrication and installation.
• Deburring operations on metal parts.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication in a production setting.
• Proficient with hand tools such as files and edge breakers to remove burrs.
• Skilled with grinding equipment (air or electric) and abrasive media.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and production plans.
• Committed to safety in aerospace production environments.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints to determine fabrication and installation methods.
• Perform deburring on sheet metal parts to spec.
• Strip maskant and silastic from finished parts.
• Remove burrs and sharp edges using hand tools.
• Smooth edges using grinding equipment.
• Assist fabrication, assembly, installation, and repair as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized work area following safety procedures.
• Collaborate with shop staff to meet schedules and quality standards.
• Support welding and related fabrication activities as applicable.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Deburring

Sheet metal

Hand tools

Grinding equipment

Follow instructions

Safety compliance

Aerospace production

Tools

Grinding equipment

Job description

Aerotek in Gardena, CA is seeking a Grinder / Shop Labor for an aerospace production and machine shop environment. You will read blueprints, perform deburring, and prepare sheet metal parts for inspection, with a schedule from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

and overtime opportunities. This contract-to-hire role offers room for growth and career stability within a high-precision aerospace setting. The position emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration with shop personnel to meet production targets.