Lead Polishing & Deburr Technician

Pro-Dex, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro-Dex, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Deburr/Polish Technician. The role starts as a temporary assignment with the intent to convert to a regular full-time employee after about 90 days, based on performance, attendance and business needs.

You will wash, deburr, polish, and steam-clean parts, lead by example in safety and quality, and assist with training and supporting department staff as directed.

Qualifications

• No specific degree required; ability to read and follow work instructions.
• Attention to detail to identify surface defects and ensure quality.
• Ability to operate deburring/polishing equipment and handle blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day guidance to Deburr/Polish team members.
• Train and onboard new employees on processes, equipment and quality standards.
• Monitor workflow to meet production schedules and priorities.
• Be primary contact for questions on deburring, polishing, and workmanship.
• Escalate quality or production issues to management as needed.
• Maintain ISO/Medical Device quality compliance and pursue improvements.
• Follow work instructions, clean parts, and deburr/polish to remove defects.
• Identify and report surface flaws or dimensional inaccuracies.
• Keep the work area clean and audit-ready, with proper documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpret drawings

Equipment operation

Overtime availability

Team support

Education

No specific formal education is required

Tools

Pedestal grinders

Twister Lathe

Die Grinder

Steam Cleaning Machine

PPE safety gear

Blueprints

ISO Documents (Medical Device)

Instructions/regulations

Job description

Pro-Dex, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Deburr/Polish Technician. The role starts as a temporary assignment with the intent to convert to a regular full-time employee after about 90 days, based on performance, attendance and business needs.

You will wash, deburr, polish, and steam-clean parts, lead by example in safety and quality, and assist with training and supporting department staff as directed.