Deburring

Position Overview:
A Deburring Technician is responsible for removing burrs, sharp edges, and other imperfections from metal components to ensure a smooth and finished surface. This role is crucial in quality control, ensuring that manufactured parts meet precise specifications and are safe for use.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deburring and Finishing:

• Use tools such as dremels, files, grinders, sandpaper, deburring knives, or pneumatic tools to remove excess material, burrs, and sharp edges.

• Smooth surfaces and refine parts to meet specified tolerances and finish quality.

• Inspection:

• Examine parts visually with a magnifier or with measurement tools (gages) to identify burrs, imperfections, and inconsistencies.

• Tool Maintenance:

• Maintain and clean tools and equipment used in the deburring process.

• Report damaged or worn-out tools to supervisors for repair or replacement.

• Safety Compliance:

• Adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines while working with tools and machinery.

•    Collaboration:

• Work closely with machinists, quality control teams, and supervisors to resolve issues related to part quality.

• Provide feedback on design or manufacturing improvements that could reduce burr formation.

• Record-Keeping:

• Document work completed and track parts processed.

• Communicate progress and any challenges encountered during the deburring process.

Qualifications:

• Experience in manufacturing, machining, or similar roles preferred.
• Proficiency with deburring tools and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Basic math skills and familiarity with measurement tools.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Perform repetitive motions, including gripping and filing.
• Lift and handle materials weighing up to 35 pounds.