Deburr Technician

Senior Aerospace Spencer; California; On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

Senior Aerospace Spencer is hiring a Deburr Technician to deburr machined parts and prepare them for assembly. You will use hand tools, grinders, and abrasive wheels to smooth surfaces and meet tight specifications, ensuring quality in every piece.

The role requires willingness to work overtime and extended hours, read and understand simple instructions, and maintain high attention to detail while assisting teammates in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or GED preferred.
• Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours as needed.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to apply a general understanding to carry out detailed, written and oral instructions.
• Must maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Grind, file, or sand surfaces using hand tools and machines.
• Examine surfaces to identify defects and remove them.
• Clean and organize the work area.
• Adjust and troubleshoot machines as needed.
• Follow company policies and procedures; collaborate with others.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Overtime willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED (preferred)

Tools

Deburring equipment

Abrasive wheels

Hand tools

Job description

Company Description

Who is Senior plc?

Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 26 operating businesses in 12 countries. Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace, defense, and land vehicle and power & energy markets. The Group is split into two divisions, Aerospace and Flexonics, servicing five key sectors.

Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it ...

Safety - Integrity - Customer Focus - Respect & Trust - Accountability - Excellence

Who is Senior Aerospace Spencer?

Senior Aerospace Spencer is an engineer-driven organization focused on high‑pressure hydraulic fluid fittings for use in commercial and military aerospace applications. We specialize in source‑controlled, standard, and proprietary fittings. Senior Aerospace Spencer also identifies solutions for fluid conveyance challenges related to fitting applications. Our engineering capabilities include conceptual design assistance, modeling, testing and qualification. Our senior engineering professionals are active members of the SAE G3 Fluid Fitting committee and are recognized industry‑wide for their expertise.

Job Description

What does the job involve?

Position Summary

The Deburr Technician will be responsible for deburring machined parts coming out of the mill and lathes machines. He/she will ensure that all components are cleaned and prepared for the remaining assembly and packing processes. He/she will deburr parts using hand and various deburring equipment including abrasive wheels to smooth and/or remove defects to polish products to meet required specifications of machined components.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Grind, file, or sand surfaces of metal items, utilizing a variety of hand tools, power tools, and machines.
• Examine surfaces in order to find defects.
• Remove defects and smooth uneven surfaces.
• Clean and organize work area.
• Adjust and troubleshoot machine as needed.
• Follow all Senior policies and procedure.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Requirements

• High School Degree or General Education Degree (preferred)
• MUST be willing to work overtime and extended hours as needed to meet specific deadlines.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to apply a general understanding to carry out detailed, written and oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with and solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must exercise good judgment and initiative where appropriate with the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Must have high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others.
• Willing to assist others outside the realm of the job when needed.
• Must demonstrate ongoing dependability with task completion and meeting deadlines.
• Able to seek and take advantage of opportunities, meet challenges with resourcefulness and utilize time efficiently.
• Able to adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Able to respond to management direction and follow through on commitments.

Physical Requirements

Manual Dexterity: The ability to handle small tools and parts with precision and accuracy is crucial. This involves tasks such as filing, sanding, polishing, and smoothing edges on metal or plastic components.

Strength and Endurance: Some deburring tasks may require moderate strength and endurance, especially when working with heavier materials or during extended periods of manual labor.

Visual Acuity: Good eyesight is important for inspecting finished parts for imperfections and ensuring they meet quality standards.

Fine Motor Skills: Precise hand‑eye coordination and fine motor skills are essential for manipulating tools and parts delicately.

Safety Awareness: Awareness of safety protocols and practices is necessary to prevent injuries, as deburring tasks often involve working with sharp tools and potentially hazardous materials.

Ability to Stand or Sit for Extended Periods: Depending on the setup and nature of the work environment, deburr technicians may need to stand or sit for prolonged periods while performing their tasks.

Additional Information

Working Pattern: 3:30pm - 12:00 am

Hourly Rate: Starting at $18.00/hr.

Trade Compliance Statement Access to our facilities is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. Nationals, U.S. refugees, asylees, or temporary residents under amnesty provisions ), and to properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes. Additionally, potential employee names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive controlled technical data.

To ensure there is no unexpected delay to your start date with our Company and due to the potential need to obtain an export license, we would like to promptly assess whether such a license is needed to access our facility and/or systems. Such licenses can take several weeks/months to obtain from the U.S. Government. Our Trade Compliance department may reach out to you with a Licensing Assessment form, which we request you kindly complete and return as soon as possible.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EOE M/F/D/V/VEVRAA Federal Contractor