Finishing Hand - Deburr

Kaney Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaney Inc. in Rockford, IL is seeking a detail-oriented deburring technician to remove burrs and sharp edges from machined parts, following drawings and routings on the shop floor.

You will work with micrometers and gauges, perform polishing and cleaning, and help maintain quality and safety standards while contributing to continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-2 years related experience.
• Familiar with deburring, inspection, and polishing processes.

Responsibilities

• Works from drawings, routings and verbal instructions.
• Performs wire brushing, polishing, scraping, buffing, filing and cleaning of parts as required.
• Interacts with others to obtain assistance to solve problems.
• Inspects parts per instructions provided to produce quality products.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities as needed.
• Maintains overall good housekeeping practices and safety compliance.

Skills

Manufacturing drawings

Routings

Deburring procedures

Inspection equipment

Micrometers

Polishing techniques

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Plug gauges

Thread gauges

Job description

Job Summary

Performs removal of burrs and sharp edges from machined parts utilizing buffers and/or hand tools as required. Detail oriented, following manufacturing drawings, routings and company policies/procedures.

Description

Performs removal of burrs and sharp edges from machined parts utilizing buffers and/or hand tools as required. Detail oriented, following manufacturing drawings, routings and company policies/procedures.

Major Responsibilities

• Works from drawings, routings and verbal instructions.
• Performs wire brushing, polishing, scraping, buffing, filing and cleaning of parts as required
• Proactively interacts with others to obtain assistance as necessary to solve problems.
• Inspects parts per instructions provided in order to produce quality products
• Participates in continuous improvement activities as needed
• Maintains overall good housekeeping practices
• Complies with company quality and safety requirements

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1-2 years related experience

Minimum Competencies

• Familiar with manufacturing drawings, routings, and general deburring procedures
• Experience with micrometers, plug/thread gages, and other related inspection equipment
• Familiar with manual and automated polishing techniques
• Good communication skills and works well in a team environment
• Knowledge of a variety of inspection equipment and techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal training such as related college course work, vocation training, certificate programs or apprenticeship training strongly preferred

Preferred Competencies

• Training in LEAN manufacturing

Operational Details / Work Environment

• This position operates in a shop environment with moving machinery.
• This is largely a sedentary role; however, some lifting is required. This would require the ability to lift up to 20 lbs and bend or stand as necessary.
• 1st shift or 2nd shift hours