Production Assistant – Deburrer

WET Design; Sun Valley (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

WET Design in Burbank, CA is seeking a Production Assistant - Deburrer to prepare machined components for assembly. You will remove burrs, sharp edges, and imperfections, then wash and prepare parts for the next production stage, ensuring craftsmanship, safety, and appearance meet WET's high standards.

The role requires excellent hand and finger dexterity, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently with a high volume of parts while maintaining consistent quality.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of deburring in production or machine shop.
• Experience with grinders, polishers and related shop tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or drawings.
• Strong attention to detail with pace, safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Deburr machined parts using grinders, polishers and hand tools.
• Wash, clean, dry and prepare parts for next production stage.
• Inspect parts for burrs, edges, surface defects and quality.
• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratches and preserve traceability.
• Organize and move materials and finished parts through the shop.
• Cut material and fulfill orders per drawings and production priorities.
• Verify cut lengths and material condition before release.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and equipment.
• Troubleshoot basic production issues and escalate safety concerns.
• Perform start-up/shut-down, lubrication, and routine maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures and quality standards; cross-train where needed.
• Work overtime/weekends to meet schedules.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Finger dexterity

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Tools

Grinders

Polishers

Hand tools

Shop equipment

Job description

Production Assistant - Deburrer

Location:Burbank, California
Company:WET (Design)

WET Design creates experiences that stop people in their tracks. From the Fountains of Bellagio to the Dubai Fountain- world’s largest choreographed fountain- WET has reimagined what water, fire, fog, ice, light, sound, and motion can do together.

Our work is equal parts art, engineering, precision manufacturing, and imagination. We design and build one-of-a-kind kinetic water features and immersive environments for some of the world's most recognizable destinations, brands, developers, governments, and cultural institutions.

We are looking for a hands-on, detail-drivenProduction Assistant - Deburrerto join our Burbank manufacturing team immediately. This is an essential production role for someone who takes pride in precision, works safely, moves with urgency, and understands that the quality of every individual component contributes to an extraordinary finished experience.

The Opportunity

As a Production Assistant - Deburrer, you will prepare machined components for assembly, finishing, and installation by removing burrs, sharp edges, and machining imperfections. You will also wash and clean parts to ensure they meet WET's high standards for craftsmanship, functionality, safety, and appearance.

This role requires excellent hand and finger dexterity, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently with a high volume of parts while maintaining consistent quality. You will support material movement, shop organization, basic equipment care, and other production activities as needed.

The right person is reliable, mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and eager to contribute wherever needed in a fast-paced, custom manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Deburr machined parts using grinders, polishers, hand tools, and other shop equipment
• Wash, clean, dry, and prepare finished and in-process parts for the next stage of production
• Inspect parts for sharp edges, burrs, surface defects, cleanliness, dimensional concerns, and overall quality
• Handle parts carefully to prevent scratches, contamination, damage, or loss of traceability
• Organize, stage, label, and move raw materials, work-in-process material, and finished parts throughout the production shop
• Cut material and fulfill cut orders accurately and on schedule according to drawings, specifications, and production priorities
• Examine and verify cut lengths, angles, and material condition before releasing work
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including material yards, wash areas, equipment, and production stations
• Minimize scrap and rework through careful handling, precision, and consistent inspection
• Troubleshoot basic production issues and escalation quality, equipment, or safety concerns promptly
• Perform equipment start-up, shut-down, routine inspection, lubrication, and basic maintenance at designated critical points
• Follow all WET safety procedures, PPE requirements, quality standards, and workplace policies
• Support other production areas and cross-train on saws, shop equipment, and additional manufacturing processes as assigned
• Work overtime and weekends as needed to help the team meet critical project schedules and delivery commitments

What You Bring:

• 4+ years of experience deburring parts in a production, machine shop, fabrication, or manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience using grinders, polishers, hand tools, and related shop equipment safely and effectively
• Experience washing, cleaning, or preparing metal or machined components for assembly, finishing, coating, or shipment is strongly preferred
• Exceptional hand-eye coordination andhigh finger dexterityfor detailed, repetitive, precision-oriented work
• Ability to identify burrs, rough edges, imperfections, and finish-quality issues with close visual inspection
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, cut lists, and basic production specifications
• Strong attention to detail without sacrificing pace, safety, or quality
• A self-motivated work style with the ability to work independently, prioritize work, and follow direction
• A team-first mindset and willingness to cross-train and assist in other shop areas when production demands require it
• Clear communication skills and the ability to hear and respond to equipment, process alarms, radio communications, and team direction
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, respectful, and accountable workplace

Physical And Schedule Requirements:

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing 50+ pounds
• Ability to stand and work on your feet for 8+ hours per day
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and finger movements throughout the shift
• Ability to safely use required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toe footwear as applicable
• Forklift certification is preferred
• Availability for overtime and weekend work when required to meet production deadlines

Why WET

At WET, the components you touch become part of experiences seen by millions of people around the world. This is not repetitive production for production's sake-this is precision craftsmanship supporting landmark, custom-built projects that combine advanced engineering and visual spectacle.

If you are a skilled deburrer who values quality, enjoys hands-on work, has outstanding finger dexterity, and wants to contribute to a team that builds the impossible, we need you on the shop floor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

WET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.