Deburr & Polish Technician

We're partnering with an established precision manufacturing company in Rochester, NY, to hire a Deburring Technician to join its production team.

This is a hands-on manufacturing role focused on deburring, finishing, and preparing precision-machined metal components to meet customer specifications and quality standards.

We're looking for someone with experience working with machined metal parts who is comfortable using hand tools, deburring equipment, and precision measuring instruments. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, takes pride in producing high-quality work, and understands the importance of maintaining tight tolerances and surface finishes.

Responsibilities:

• Remove burrs, sharp edges, and excess material from CNC-machined components using hand tools and deburring equipment.
• Perform detailed finishing, polishing, blending, and edge-breaking operations according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Work with a variety of precision-machined metal components while maintaining dimensional accuracy.
• Use tools such as files, grinders, rotary tools, abrasive pads, and other finishing equipment.
• Read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, and basic engineering drawings.
• Inspect finished components for burrs, surface imperfections, and other defects.
• Use basic measuring equipment, including calipers and micrometers, to verify part dimensions when required.
• Handle delicate or tight-tolerance components carefully to prevent damage during finishing.
• Identify and communicate quality concerns or nonconforming parts to supervisors and quality personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with machinists, inspectors, and production personnel to ensure parts meet customer requirements.

Requirements

• Previous experience in deburring, metal finishing, polishing, or a similar hands-on manufacturing role.
• Experience working with CNC-machined metal components preferred.
• Comfortable using hand tools, rotary tools, grinders, and other finishing equipment.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, blueprints, and basic technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform precise, repetitive hands-on work.
• Understanding of surface finish requirements, edge breaks, and basic dimensional tolerances.
• Ability to inspect parts visually and identify imperfections or defects.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new processes.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining consistent quality standards.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to plan availability.
• Retirement savings options, subject to employer plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays, subject to company policy.
• Full-time, direct-hire employment.
• Opportunities for training, skill development, and long-term career growth.