Deburr Technician

United CNC Machining; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

United CNC Machining is seeking a Deburr Technician to finish precision aerospace and defense parts. You will remove burrs and refine surfaces using hand files, scrapers, and abrasive tools, ensuring parts meet print, customer, and AS9100D requirements.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, inspecting parts with calipers and gauges, following the process router, and maintaining lot traceability. Attention to detail and safe tool operation are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year deburring/hand finishing or machine shop experience preferred, aerospace/defense or medical a plus.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and blueprints; familiarity with GD&T is a plus.
• Ability to use basic measuring tools (calipers, scales); micrometers and gauges training provided.

Responsibilities

• Deburr, break edges, and blend machined parts in various aerospace alloys using hand tools and abrasives.
• Operate pneumatic and electric hand tools safely and to specification.
• Read blueprints and work instructions to identify edge-break requirements and critical surfaces.
• Inspect own work visually and with basic measuring tools before passing parts to Quality.
• Maintain lot traceability and proper part protection; follow the process router and sign-offs.

Skills

Deburring

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Measuring tools

Attention to detail

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Pneumatic die grinders

Rotary deburring tools

Job description

UnitedCNC Machining is a precision manufacturing company specializing inmission-critical components for the aerospace and defense industries. Utilizingadvanced CNC technology within a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility,we are committed to delivering exceptional quality, precision, and operationalexcellence.

AtUnited CNC, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on continuous improvement,innovation, and accountability. If you are passionate about manufacturing,quality, and making an impact in a high-performance environment, Don’t settle for ordinary when extraordinary is within reach.

Summary:

The Deburr Technician removes burrs,sharp edges, and machining marks from precision aerospace and defense parts sothey meet print, customer, and AS9100D requirements. Working mostly by handwith files, scrapers, abrasives, and pneumatic tools, this role is the finalfinishing step before inspection. Attention to detail matters more than speed:one missed burr or one damaged feature can scrap a high-value part.

Key Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Deburr, break edges, and blend machined parts in aluminum,stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and other aerospace alloys using handfiles, scrapers, deburring blades, abrasive stones, Scotch-Brite, andsandpaper.
• Operate pneumatic and electric hand tools (rotary tools,belt and disc sanders, tumblers or vibratory finishers) safely and to spec.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions toidentify edge-break requirements, critical surfaces, and features that must notbe touched.
• Inspect own work visually and with basic measuring tools(calipers, radius gauges, magnification) before passing parts to Quality.
• Handle parts carefully to prevent dings, scratches, andcontamination of finished surfaces; use proper part protection and packaging.
• Follow the process router for every job; complete requiredsign-offs and paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Maintain lot traceability and part counts; keep parts fromdifferent jobs and lots segregated.
• Identify and tag nonconforming parts and report issues tothe lead or Quality right away (FOD, damage, out-of-tolerance features, missingoperations).
• Follow Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention practices andkeep the work area clean and organized (5S).
• Wear required PPE and follow all MIOSHA, company safety,and housekeeping rules, including proper use of dust collection andventilation.
• Protect controlled technical data in line with ITAR andCMMC requirements; do not photograph, copy, or remove drawings or parts fromthe facility.
• Support continuous improvement by suggesting bettermethods, fixtures, or tooling.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including cross-trainingon secondary operations.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of deburring, hand finishing, or machine shopexperience preferred, ideally in aerospace, defense, or medical.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and basicblueprints; familiarity with GD&T a plus.
• Ability to use basic measuring tools (calipers, scales);training provided on micrometers and gauges.
• Experience with pneumatic die grinders, rotary deburringtools, and exotic alloys (titanium, Inconel) a plus.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems and FOD programs aplus.
• Strong attention to detail, steady hands, and good nearvision (with or without correction).
• Dependable attendance and willingness to work overtime whenneeded.
• Must be a U.S. person under ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawfulpermanent resident, or protected individual) due to access to defense articlesand technical data.

Physical & Mental Demands: The following physical and mental demands consist of butare not limited to the following.

• Must be able to work in a sitting position for extendedperiods of time (at desk, while driving, and/or travel) in an office/industrialenvironment
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to performfunctions
• Must be able to lift 25-35 pounds
• May be exposed to movingmachinery, sharp metal chips, coolants, industrial chemicals, noise, heavymaterials, etc
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to performessential job functions
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and inwriting
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files,etc
• Ability to hear in person and via phone

United CNC Machining is an EqualOpportunity Employer