Job Description
Job Description
Metal Deburr Technician
Hoosier Precision Machining is a fast-growing precision manufacturing company specializing in high-quality machined metal and plastic components for the Aerospace and Medical Device industries. We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Metal Deburr Technician to join our 1st shift manufacturing team.
This is a critical production role responsible for deburring, finishing, and secondary processing of precision-machined components to ensure they meet strict customer, aerospace, and medical quality standards. The ideal candidate has experience in manufacturing, machining support, deburring, finishing, or production operations, with strong mechanical aptitude and exceptional attention to detail.
This is a highly cross-functional manufacturing position supporting deburring, bead blasting, tumbling, polishing, cleaning, assembly, and part marking in a fast-paced precision machine shop environment.
Responsibilities / Duties
- Perform precision deburring of machined metal components using hand tools, rotary tools, abrasives, grinders, files, and other deburring equipment
- Remove burrs, sharp edges, surface imperfections, and machining residue while maintaining dimensional integrity and tolerance requirements
- Perform secondary finishing operations including:
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- Bead blasting
- Tumbling
- Buffing / polishing
- Benching
- Grinding
- Surface finishing
- Inspect machined parts for burrs, cosmetic defects, damage, incomplete finishing, and nonconforming conditions
- Work closely with Quality Control / Inspection to ensure deburring and finishing activities do not impact fit, form, function, or blueprint tolerances
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, shop travelers, work instructions, and customer specifications
- Accurately record labor transactions and production activity in the Vantage ERP system
- Support additional manufacturing operations as needed, including:
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- Pin installation
- Precision cleaning
- Mechanical assembly
- Part marking / identification
- Maintain clean workstations, tools, and production areas in accordance with manufacturing standards
- Escalate quality concerns, production issues, or defects to leadership as needed
- Support production schedules while maintaining high quality and workmanship standards
Qualifications / Requirements
- Previous experience in deburring, manufacturing, machining, secondary operations, metal finishing, production, assembly, fabrication, or machine shop environments
- Experience working with precision-machined metal components strongly preferred
- Aerospace, medical device, CNC machining, or high-precision manufacturing experience preferred
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation
- Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with:
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- Hand tools
- Rotary tools
- Abrasives
- Grinders
- Buffing / finishing equipment
- Strong understanding of quality standards, dimensional tolerances, and defect identification
- High attention to detail and commitment to precision workmanship
- Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods during the shift
- Frequent repetitive hand movement and fine-detail work
- Ability to handle small precision parts safely and accurately
- Ability to lift materials and components as required
- Strong visual acuity for inspection of machined parts and surface conditions
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid vacation
- Career growth opportunities in a precision aerospace and medical manufacturing environment
Schedule
1st Shift: [6:00AM - 4:30PM]