Deburrer / Grinder

Costello/April Design Inc; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and Sick Time

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Heico is seeking a Deburrer/Grinder to deburr, grind, blend and finish aluminum chassis and components for aerospace and defense applications. Precision finishing, strict attention to detail, and consistent quality are essential, with automotive finishing experience highly valued.

The role involves using pneumatic and hand tools, inspecting parts, and recording work in ERP. A safe, climate-controlled environment with opportunities for growth awaits the right candidate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Automotive buffing, polishing, or autobody finishing experience is highly preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or metal finishing experience preferred.
• Experience using pneumatic grinders, sanders, buffers, or other finishing tools.
• Familiarity with non-electric hand tools preferred.
• Ability to read basic drawings and use basic measuring equipment.
• Commitment to quality.
• Ability to work with precision components and maintain consistent finishing standards.

Responsibilities

• Deburr and remove sharp edges, excess material, and imperfections from aluminum components.
• Perform grinding, blending, sanding, and buffing operations using pneumatic and hand tools.
• Produce consistent surface finishes according to work instructions and customer requirements.
• Inspect parts visually and using basic measuring equipment to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Record activity in the ERP system for time and piece count tracking.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and properly care for tools and equipment.
• Work with Quality and Production to identify and address quality or process concerns.

Skills

Buffing experience

Finishing tools

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pneumatic grinders

Buffers

Sanders

Job description

The Deburrer / Grinder will be responsible for deburring, grinding, blending, and finishing aluminum chassis and cold plates for the Aerospace and Defense industries. This role requires a strong attention to detail and the ability to produce consistent, high-quality finishes on precision components. Automotive or autobody experience, particularly buffing, polishing, or metal finishing, is highly desirable.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strive towards a culture of proactive safety.
• Deburr and remove sharp edges, excess material, and imperfections from aluminum components.
• Perform grinding, blending, sanding, and buffing operations using pneumatic and hand tools.
• Produce consistent surface finishes according to work instructions and customer requirements.
• Use appropriate tools and techniques to prevent damage to soft or finished surfaces.
• Inspect parts visually and using basic measuring equipment to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Follow Job Travelers and specific routing steps for each operation.
• Record activity in the ERP system for time and piece count tracking.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and properly care for tools and equipment.
• Work with Quality and Production to identify and address quality or process concerns.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Automotive buffing, polishing, or autobody finishing experience is highly preferred.
• Previous manufacturing or metal finishing experience preferred.
• Experience using pneumatic grinders, sanders, buffers, or other finishing tools.
• Familiarity with non-electric hand tools preferred.
• Ability to read basic drawings and use basic measuring equipment.
• Commitment to quality.
• Ability to work with precision components and maintain consistent finishing standards.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Additional 40 hours of Sick Time
• Competitive 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Climate-controlled facility
• Subsidized vending and on-site break areas
• Complimentary coffee and refreshments
• Clean, modern work environment with advanced equipment and technology
• Opportunities for career growth within a stable, growing aerospace manufacturing organization

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift.
• Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to operate machine controls, tools, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and components weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as required to load, unload, and inspect parts and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Ability to visually inspect parts, interpret and read blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and use gauges, and measuring devices.
• Ability to distinguish colors, dimensions, and surface defects when performing quality inspections.
• Ability to hear and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely operate equipment in a fast-paced production setting while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and other equipment as required.
• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to machine noise, metal chips, cutting fluids, lubricants, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and work scheduled shifts, including overtime as required.
• Manufacturing environment with exposure to moving mechanical equipment.
• Frequent interaction with machine tools, raw materials, and finished products.
• Compliance with all company safety policies, housekeeping requirements, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention practices.
• Required use of appropriate PPE and adherence to all safety procedures.

Essential Functions Disclaimer:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

ABOUT HEICO:

Heico has a history of success. Since its founding over 40 years ago The Heico Companies has grown from a single business to over 80 separate companies through a strategic acquisition policy, and by reinvesting its earnings into internal growth and new prospects. Historically talented at restoring distressed companies, Heico now strategically targets acquisitions that will complement its ever-growing portfolio of companies in manufacturing, construction, and industrial services.

These four core operations are organized into groups: Metal Processing Group, Construction Solutions Group, Applied Solutions Group, and Industrial Technologies Group. Once acquired, new Heico companies are assigned to a group and run on a stand-alone basis, allowing for great independence as well as the opportunity to share knowledge about markets, production processes, and management practices across other Heico groups and companies. Each Group has its own corporate team.

Heico continues to seek out new opportunities and maintain its standard of success. The Heico Companies has remained a privately held company since its creation and maintains a majority ownership in each of its operations, which generates more than $3.3 billion dollars in revenues. Many of our businesses are certified Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBE).

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