Finisher - Aerospace Manufacturing Technician

Precision Castparts; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Shift differential

Quarterly cash bonus program

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off and holidays

On-the-job training

Job summary

PCC Structurals – Carson City is hiring Finishers to grind, blend, deburr, and inspect precision metal castings. You will use bench and hand grinders, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet surface and dimensional standards.

Training is provided, no aerospace finishing background required, and you’ll develop a specialized aerospace finishing skill set. Swing Shift opportunities with competitive hourly pay, shift differential, and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; on-the-job training provided.
• Experience in metal finishing or manufacturing preferred but not required.
• Ability to read technique cards, blueprints, and written instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Basic math skills and ability to use measuring devices and fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Use bench grinders, hand grinders, burr guns, drill presses, and abrasive tools to clean and finish metal castings.
• Remove burrs, fins, excess metal, weld buildup, and other surface imperfections.
• Blend, reshape, and smooth casting surfaces to meet blueprint and surface-finish requirements.
• Inspect your own work for cracks, holes, distortion, non-fill, surface defects, and overall workmanship.
• Use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, feeler gauges, and check fixtures.
• Read and follow blueprints, technique cards, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Select the right tooling, make basic equipment adjustments, and recognize when belts, burrs, or collets need attention.
• Accurately label and track parts while protecting product quality throughout the finishing process.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while working with your team to meet production goals.

Skills

Tool use (hand & power)

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Reading & interpreting blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Feeler gauges

Check fixtures

Job description

TAKE THE ROUGH EDGE OFF SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY

Every precision aerospace casting starts rough. Your work helps give it the shape, surface, and finish it needs to move forward.

As a Finisher at PCC Structurals - Carson City, you'll use hand and power tools to grind, blend, deburr, smooth, and inspect metal castings. You'll remove excess material, correct surface imperfections, and make sure each part meets the required workmanship and dimensional standards.

No aerospace finishing experience? That's okay - we'll train you!

If you're comfortable using tools, enjoy hands-on work, and take pride in seeing a clear before-and-after result, this could be a great fit.

What You'll Do

• Use bench grinders, hand grinders, burr guns, drill presses, and abrasive tools to clean and finish metal castings.
• Remove burrs, fins, excess metal, weld buildup, and other surface imperfections.
• Blend, reshape, and smooth casting surfaces to meet blueprint and surface-finish requirements.
• Inspect your own work for cracks, holes, distortion, non-fill, surface defects, and overall workmanship.
• Use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, feeler gages, and check fixtures.
• Read and follow blueprints, technique cards, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Select the right tooling, make basic equipment adjustments, and recognize when belts, burrs, or collets need attention.
• Accurately label and track parts while protecting product quality throughout the finishing process.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while working with your team to meet production goals.

YOU MIGHT BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU

• Enjoy hands-on work and are comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Have good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Like solving small problems and figuring out how to make something look and feel right.
• Can follow detailed instructions and work carefully within established processes.
• Are dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable working independently.
• Have experience in manufacturing, automotive work, construction, fabrication, machining, welding, or another mechanical trade - but experience isn't required.
• Want to learn a specialized skill in aerospace manufacturing.

BUILD A SKILL YOU CAN SEE

Finishing is more than operating a grinder. You'll learn how different tools, abrasives, casting surfaces, and measurement techniques work together to produce a part that meets exact quality requirements.

We'll provide the training.

You bring mechanical curiosity, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

SCHEDULE

Swing Shift: Monday-Friday, 2:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

WHY PCC?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Shift differential
• Quarterly Cash Bonus Program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• 401(k) with Company contribution
• 80 hours of paid time off and 10 paid holidays
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities to learn new skills and advance
• Build products that support the aerospace industry

Preferred Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in manufacturing, metal finishing, or related work preferred; training is provided on the job.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow technique cards, blueprints, and written instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Basic math skills and ability to use simple to moderately complex measuring devices and fixtures.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

START WITH A ROUGH CASTING. HELP SHAPE WHAT FLIES.

Every precision aerospace casting starts rough. Your work helps give it the shape, surface, and finish it needs to move forward.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods during the shift.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds independently and using lifting devices for heavier materials or tooling.
• Good hand–eye coordination and fine motor skills required
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and work in various postures as needed to set up machines and inspect parts.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to metal, lubricants, noise, and moving equipment.