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Burrer Precision / Deburr (Level I / II) - 2nd Shift (Machine Shop)

Crane Co, Burbank, CA, United States


Burrer Precision

Crane Aerospace & Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Burrer Precision - 2nd Shift at our Burbank, CA location. Hours are Monday-Friday 2:00pm - 11:30pm.

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E's brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You'll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment.

Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Burrer Precision is responsible for adjustment and operation of deburring tools and performs methods of inspecting parts to assure conformance to blueprint specifications and manufacturing operator's instructions.

Essential Functions:

  • Performs precision deburring operations using rotary and manual hand tools to achieve required edge breaks, corner radii, blended surfaces, and surface finishes while maintaining dimensional tolerances and other product requirements.
  • Operates under borescope or microscope to inspect and process parts of varying sizes, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
  • Interprets and applies blueprint specifications and technical drawings to meet product requirements.
  • Executes recurring tasks including sandblasting, micro-blasting, edge blending, tumble deburring, and light internal diameter (ID) grinding/blending.
  • Identifies and reports out-of-family and out-of-specification conditions using hand gages, scopes, and related inspection tools; visually distinguishes finished edge conditions. Documents non-conformances when required.
  • Proactively escalates safety and quality concerns to team leads, supervisors, or technical team members for timely resolution.
  • Selects and utilizes appropriate hand tools with minimal guidance to consistently achieve blueprint conditions.
  • Maintains compliance with safety standards, including proper use of PPE and adherence to all company safety protocols.
  • Ensures cleanliness and contamination control by maintaining an organized and clean work area
  • Collaborates with adjacent operations and flexes to other processes as needed to support workflow and ensure first-time quality.
  • Accurately documents inspection results and process adjustments in accordance with company quality standards and AS9100/ISO requirements.
  • Participates in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance deburring techniques, reduce cycle time, and improve product quality.
  • Maintains focus and dexterity during extended microscope work, demonstrating attention to detail and precision.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Experience: 1-2 years of equivalent industry experience is preferred. Exposure to working under magnification (borescope, microscope, digital displace) desired.
  • Knowledge: Basic knowledge of rotary and manual deburring tools, familiarity with adjustments required to maintain and use rotary and manual deburring tools. Understanding of common inspection gaging and equipment.
  • Skills/Abilities: Ability to read and interpret basic blueprint requirements and technical documents. Ability to use alternate tooling or work holding devices under guidance. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently routine tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent
  • Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).