Bench/ Deburr

Votaw Precision Technologies, Inc.; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Votaw Precision Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Bench/Deburr operator to perform deburring, polishing, and finishing on precision components for aerospace and defense applications.

The role requires interpreting complex drawings, setting up benching equipment, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances and quality standards. The position involves operating band saws, milling machines, lathes, and grinders, with an emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved oral or written instructions.
• Set up and operate band saws, milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, hoist/crane equipment, etc.
• Knowledge in use of hand tools (drill motors, grinders, basic measurement instruments, etc.)
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing from 15 to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Interpret aerospace drawings and specifications.
• Use benching equipment, machine tools, and precision measurement tools.
• Polish, clean, and matte finish on precision parts to required tolerances.
• Deburr and clean components using various tools and procedures.
• Perform rework assignments as required.
• Follow procedures for surface finishing and component handling.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Safety oriented

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Band saws

Milling machines

Lathes

Surface grinders

Hoist/crane equipment

Job description

Description

Summary

Votaw Precision Technologies is a trusted leader in the manufacturing of complex precision components, assemblies, and systems for the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, quality craftsmanship, and on-time delivery, Votaw supports some of the world’s most demanding programs through its advanced manufacturing capabilities. The company specializes in precision machining, fabrication, welding, and complex assembly operations for mission-critical applications. Votaw Precision Technologies is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering best-in-class solutions to its customers.

The position of Bench/ Deburr will be responsible for performing complex, repetitive deburring operations, interpreting blueprints and drawings, setting up and operating all deburring equipment and hand tools, polishing and cleaning parts, inspecting deburred parts, using material handling equipment and performing assembly operations.

Essential Functions

• Interprets complicated aerospace drawings and specifications.
• Uses various types of benching equipment, machine tools, precision measurement tools, and various hand tools.
• Ability to polish, clean, break edges and produce a matte finish on precision machined parts made of a variety of materials to specified requirements and tolerances.
• Deburr and clean (smooth) manufacturing components or products for safety, visual and functional purposes using a variety of tools (including a bore scope, angle hole machines, drill presses, and hand grinders) and procedures.
• Deburr and hand finish parts as required by specifications by using established procedures, machines, and tooling.
• Performs rework assignments as required
• Ability to use a wide variety of basic deburr and hand finish tools, both electric and pneumatic such as (right angle grinder, die grinder, orbital sanders and other hand finishing tools and equipment).
• May perform other duties as assigned, including performing secondary operations on various components, washing components, moving material throughout the plant, loading and unloading various machines, and operating the band saw.
• Positions parts and sub-assemblies by using templates or reading measurements.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

Required:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved oral or written instructions.
• Set up and operate band saws, milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, hoist/crane equipment, etc.
• Knowledge in use of hand tools (drill motors, grinders, basic measurement Instruments, etc.)
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing from 15 to 50 pounds.

Preferred:

• High school diploma
• Six years' experience as Bench/Deburr; including prior experience in Aerospace/Manufacturing setting.

Additional Requirements

• This position requires the use of information or access to hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by ITAR.

Personal Attributes

• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with limited supervision including using sound judgment to execute independent decisions and departmental initiatives.
• Adept at reading, writing, and interpreting technical documentation and procedure manuals.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Skilled at working within a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to change.

Work Conditions

• Minimum 40-hour onsite work week with on-call availability.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and to handle other computer components.

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

Votaw Precision Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets.