Deburr Operator

PCX Aerostructures, LLC; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester site, is seeking a Deburr Operator to manually remove machining imperfections from aerospace components. You will perform deburring, blending, polishing, and edge-break creation and read operation sheets to ensure conformance with specifications.

The role requires US citizenship, a high school diploma, at least two years of deburr experience, aerospace experience, and the ability to meet tight tolerances.

Qualifications

• 2 years of deburr experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace experience required.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Must be able to read and interpret operation sheets.
• Able to perform precise measurements with basic math.
• US citizen as per security requirements.
• Good written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform deburring processes including blending, polishing and the creation of edge breaks with some supervision.
• Inspect manufactured components for conformance to specifications using bench gauging.
• Use manual inspection equipment as required, e.g. height stands, micrometers, indicators, dial bores, verniers, etc.
• Work with aerospace materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, magnesium, titanium, and nickel alloys.
• Read and interpret operation sheets and work instructions.
• Adhere to established policies and company procedures and standard work.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to maintain continuity between shifts and decrease machine downtime.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Follow all safety policies, rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Leads, Supervisors and/or Managers.

Skills

US Citizenship

Deburr experience

Reading technical drawings

Basic math

Good written and verbal skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work within tight toleranc

Operation sheets reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Height stands

Verniers

Job description

Deburr Operator

Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Description

The Deburring Operator is a position that manually removes machining imperfections from parts. This position builds the operator's skills and knowledge to efficiently perform the manual blending, polishing and creation of edge breaks on precision aerospace components.

Responsibilities

• Perform deburring processes including blending, polishing and the creation of edge breaks with some supervision.
• Inspect manufactured components for conformance to specifications using bench gauging.
• Use manual inspection equipment as required, e.g. height stands, micrometers, indicators, dial bores, verniers, etc.
• Work with aerospace materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, magnesium, titanium, and nickel alloys.
• Read and interpret operation sheets and work instructions.
• Adhere to established policies and company procedures and standard work.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to maintain continuity between shifts and decrease machine downtime.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Follow all safety policies, rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Leads, Supervisors and/or Managers.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended period of time.
• Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Moderate twisting and bending.
• Moderate climbing on step stools or platforms.

Unusual Environmental Conditions

• Loud machining environment; exposure to aerospace metals, lubricants and chemicals.

Required Personal Protective Equipment

• Safety glasses/shields, appropriate manufacturing closed toed footwear, gloves, and hearing protection or other protective equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• US Citizen
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of previous deburr experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace experience required
• Ability to work within tight tolerances.
• Basic math or industrial mathematics knowledge.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Ability to set, use or setup various measuring devices.

Position Requirements

• Shift: First
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Location: Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester
• Category: Manufacturing
• Req Number: MAN-26-00030
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt