Deburr Technician / Hand finisher

AvaHR; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

CMI Group in North Phoenix is hiring a Night Shift Deburr Technician / Hand Finisher to perform deburring, edge-breaking, and surface finishing on aerospace parts. You will use hand tools and inspect parts to ensure they meet specifications, following blueprints and drawings. Training is provided; experience preferred.

U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required; 40+ hour weeks and safety PPE are standard. Pay level depends on experience, with a night differential.

Qualifications

• Must have basic task execution skills for deburring and finishing.
• Willingness to learn inspection and measurement techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret simple drawings and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform deburring, edge-breaking, and surface finishing on aerospace parts.
• Use hand tools such as files, scrapers, Exacto knives, rotary tools, and small pneumatic tools.
• Inspect parts visually and dimensionally to ensure finish and edge quality meet specs.
• Follow work instructions, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Identify and report defects, non-conformities, or tooling issues.
• Handle delicate parts carefully to avoid damage and rework.
• Support team to meet production deadlines and quality goals.
• Adhere to ITAR and other compliance regulations.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Blueprint reading

Inspection techniques

Endurance for repetitive tasks

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational manufacturing training

Job description

Night Shift Deburr Technician / Hand Finisher (Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing)

Experience preferred, but paid Training Provided!

Location: North Phoenix - 2688 E Rose Garden Ln, Phoenix, AZ 85050

Shift Options:

• Night Shift (20% night shift differential)

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.

Deburr/Hand Finisher

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform deburring, edge-breaking, and surface finishing on machined aerospace parts
• Use hand tools (files, scrapers, Exacto knives, rotary tools, Dremels, and small pneumatic tools)
• Inspect parts visually and dimensionally to ensure surface finish and edge conditions meet specifications
• Follow work instructions, blueprints, and engineering drawings
• Identify and report any part defects, non-conformities, or tooling issues
• Handle delicate or complex parts with care to avoid damage
• Support team members in meeting production deadlines and quality goals
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including ITAR and other compliance regulations

Basic Skills & Abilities:

• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Attention to detail and a high level of patience for fine finishing work
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerances (a plus)
• Willingness to learn inspection and measurement techniques
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
• Dependability and commitment to quality workmanship

Requirements:

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required
• Vocational training or coursework in manufacturing, blueprint reading, or quality control is a plus
• Experience preferred
• On-the-job training provided
• Ability to sit for extended periods
• Walking, bending, squatting, reaching
• Regular use of hands, wrists, and fingers to handle small tools, deburring instruments, and precision components
• Ability to grip, hold, and manipulate parts using fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination for extended periods
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 35 pounds regularly; occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs may be required
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection
• Must tolerate exposure to machining dust, oils, and moderate noise levels in a manufacturing environment

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.

Pay level depends on job related experience.

Team oriented company with top paying wages and benefits in the valley in regards to the Aerospace Industry. To qualify for consideration, all candidates must be able to work 40+ hours per week in a fast paced, high-demand, quality environment. All candidates must also have sufficient verbal and written communication skills as well as good problem solving skills.

CMI Group is equal opportunity employer providing competitive wages and benefits. Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance available. 401(k) with company match

CMI Group is a federal subcontractor and maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and Arizona Revised Statutes § 23-493. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.

This is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to age, race, disability, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, gender or any other protected classification. VEVRAA federal subcontractor. This company provides provide equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, or disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws including:

• The Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended
• Age Discrimination Act of 1967 as Amended
• Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974
• Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act of 2009 (ADAAA)
• The Wagner-Peyser Act as Amended.
• The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
• Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq