Burr Hand – Aerospace Manufacturing; 1st or 2nd Shift

Position: Burr Hand – Aerospace Manufacturing (1st or 2nd Shift)
At a Glance

Company:  B&E Tool Operations (Kinetic Engine Systems)

Location:

Southwick, MA (On-site)
Job Type:  Full-Time
Pay Range:  $22.50 – $32.50 per hour (based on experience)

Shift:  1st Shift or 2nd Shift Available
1st

Shift:  Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
2nd

Shift:  Monday–Friday | 4:30 PM – 2:00 AM
Shift Differential:  25% for 2nd Shift
Overtime:  As Needed
Experience Level:  Mid-Level (3+ Years)
Work Authorization:  Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support the production of precision aerospace components that require exceptional surface finishes, edge quality, and blueprint compliance before reaching customers.

At B&E Tool Operations, Burr Hands play a critical role in ensuring complex machined components meet aerospace quality standards through detailed finishing, blending, and deburring processes.

The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Deburr and finish complex aerospace components

Remove external and internal burrs using abrasive tooling and hand-finishing equipment

Blend surfaces and form radii to blueprint specifications

Work with magnification equipment and borescopes to inspect intricate features

Read operation sheets, blueprints, and work instructions

Verify dimensions and visual requirements using precision measuring tools

Complete production and quality documentation

Maintain compliance with AS9100 and ISO
9001 requirements

Identify and report quality concerns or discrepancies

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

This position requires a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, particularly when working on complex internal features and aerospace-quality finishes.

Equipment & Tools You'll Use

You'll work with equipment such as:

10,000 RPM air tools

Cutoff wheels

Hand-held motorized grinders

Abrasive deburring tools

Belt sanders

Wire brushes

Scrapers and files

Precision measuring instruments

Borescopes with up to 30x magnification

Materials You'll Work With

Aluminum

Titanium

Nickel-based aerospace alloys

Other aerospace-grade materials

What We're Looking For Required

3+ years of complex deburring experience

Ability to read blueprints and work instructions

Experience using abrasive finishing and deburring equipment

Ability to create full radii and blend surfaces to specification

Strong attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Strong communication and organizational skills

Mechanical aptitude

High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO
9001 environments

Experience working with complex internal features using magnification equipment

Why Employees Like Working Here

Employees choose B&E Tool Operations because of:

Aerospace and defense manufacturing work

Stable, long-term production programs

Clean and process-driven environment

Opportunities to work on highly complex components

Competitive pay and benefits

Multiple shift options

Strong safety culture

Pay, Benefits & Schedule Pay Range

$22.50 – $32.50 per hour (DOE)

Shift Premium

25% Shift Differential for 2nd Shift

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness resources

Education reimbursement

Employee referral program

Schedule

1st Shift
Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM

2nd Shift
Monday–Friday | 4:30 PM – 2:00 AM

Overtime:  As needed

Working Conditions

This position operates in a manufacturing environment with exposure to:

Machine noise

Metal chips and sharp edges

Cutting fluids and oils

Dust, fumes, and mist

Forklift traffic and moving equipment

Occasional travel between Southwick and Westfield facilities may be required.

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