Production Technician I – Finisher / Polisher (Metals)

Location: Portland, CT
Shift Options: 1st Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM) or 2nd Shift (4:30 PM – 12:30 AM)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular
Hours: 40–45 hours per week
Pay: $20–$26/hour (based on experience) + 15% shift differential (where applicable)

Position Summary

The Production Technician I – Finisher / Polisher is responsible for performing precision hand-finishing and polishing operations on aerospace components, including airfoil shapes. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to work with tight tolerances, and a strong understanding of finishing techniques to meet quality and dimensional requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hand-belt grinding to achieve required finish, contour, and dimensions on airfoil components
  

• Deburr parts and remove imperfections to meet quality standards
  

• Execute finishing operations, including:
  

  • Sizing and finishing platform radii and surfaces
    

  • Radius chords and polishing operations
    

  • Breaking sharp edges as required
    

  
  

• Inspect parts for compliance with specifications, including:
  

  • Airfoil contour, twist, and location
    

  • T-max edge dimensions
    

  • Platform dimensions
    

  
  

• Work with complex geometries and tight tolerances
  

• Qualify new airfoil setups and configurations
  

• Determine appropriate belting and polishing methods for new part numbers

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Minimum 1+ years of experience in hand finishing, polishing, or deburring
  

• Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
  

• Proficient in inspecting tight-tolerance, complex-shaped parts
  

• Experience with airfoils or aerospace components preferred
  

• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
  

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
  

• 2–10 years of relevant experience preferred
  

• Ability to operate manufacturing and productivity machinery
  

• Strong communication skills with the ability to exchange information clearly

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 30 pounds (up to 4 feet)
  

• Maintain a stationary position for up to 50% of the shift
  

• Stand, walk, or move for up to 50% of the shift
  

• Perform repetitive hand and arm motions for up to 60% of the shift (with breaks)
  

• Ascend or descend for up to 20% of the shift
  

• Bend, reach, and position materials for up to 50% of the shift

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
  

• Life insurance
  

• 401(k) with company match
  

• Bonus potential
  

• Tuition reimbursement
  

• Shift differential (15% for applicable shifts)

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