Post Process Technician

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Post Process Technician on a 6‑Month Rolling Contract, based in Worcestershire.

We are seeking a skilled and detail‑oriented Post Process Technician to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a variety of finishing and post‑processing operations on components to ensure they meet customer specifications and quality standards. A key aspect of this role is the safe and effective use of pneumatic hand tools, including grinders, burrs, sanders, and other finishing equipment.

Previous experience using these tools in a manufacturing, fabrication, foundry, machining, aerospace, or engineering environment is essential.

• Perform post‑processing and finishing operations on manufactured parts and assemblies.
• Remove excess material, support structures, burrs, and surface imperfections using pneumatic tools.
• Operate and maintain pneumatic grinders, burr tools, die grinders, sanders, and other finishing equipment.
• Carry out deburring, fettling, polishing, surface preparation, and finishing activities to required specifications.
• Inspect components against engineering drawings, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Identify and report defects, non‑conformances, or quality concerns.
• Use measuring and inspection equipment to verify dimensional accuracy where required.
• Follow standard operating procedures, work instructions, and health & safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area in line with 5S principles.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving quality, efficiency, and process performance.
• Work collaboratively with production, quality, and engineering teams to resolve manufacturing issues.

• Proven experience in a post‑processing, finishing, fettling, fabrication, machining, or manufacturing environment.
• Extensive experience using pneumatic hand tools, particularly grinders, burr tools, die grinders, and sanders.
• Demonstrable ability to remove material accurately while maintaining component integrity and dimensional requirements.
• Ability to follow data cards and SOP’s.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good manual dexterity and practical problem‑solving skills.

• Experience working with metal, castings, additive manufacturing (3D printed parts), or precision‑engineered components.
• Previous experience in aerospace, automotive, defence, or industrial manufacturing environments is desirable.
• Familiarity with quality systems and inspection processes.

• High attention to detail
• Quality‑focused mindset
• Mechanical aptitude
• Safe working practices
• Time management and prioritisation
• Teamwork and communication
• Reliability and adaptability

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable performing repetitive manual tasks.
• Ability to handle and manoeuvre components safely.
• Willingness to wear appropriate PPE, including hearing, eye, and respiratory protection when operating pneumatic equipment.

The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on technician with significant experience using pneumatic grinding and deburring tools, capable of producing high‑quality finished components while maintaining excellent safety and quality standards. Experience with precision finishing work and the ability to consistently achieve demanding customer specifications will be highly valued.