Crane Aerospace & Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Burrer Precision on Second Shift at our Burbank, CA location.
Second Shift Hours are Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM -10:30 PM. Overtime may adjust start time (e.g., 3:00 PM for extended overtime) and/or extend end time. Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as required.
About Crane:
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!
Burrer Precision Level I
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).
Burrer Precision Level II
Job Summary:
The Burrer Precision II is responsible for the set-up and operation of deburring tools and performs methods of inspecting parts to assure conformance to blueprint specifications and manufacturing operator's instructions.
Essential Functions:
Set-Up and Operation: Performs set-up, tear-down, and precise adjustment of rotary and manual hand tools to achieve required edge breaks, corner radii, blended surfaces, and surface finishes while maintaining blueprint specifications and quality standards.
Precision Material Removal: Executes accurate material removal in deep bores, intersect points, and adjacent to metering edges to maintain critical blueprint characteristics. Demonstrates proficiency with softer materials and alloys, including aluminum.
Process Development and Improvement: Collaborates with technical teams to develop new techniques, modify tools, and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and product quality.
Task Organization and Standardization: Organizes and assigns tasks, develops standard work procedures, and performs operations such as sandblasting, micro blasting, tumble deburring, ID grinding, internal edge breaks, and radii execution for manifolds, bodies, or castings. Reads and interprets blueprints accurately.
Inspection and Verification: Utilizes advanced gaging and scoping techniques to verify product conformity and ensure process capability, maintaining zero-defect standards.
Safety and Compliance: Adheres to all safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and company quality standards. Proactively escalates safety and quality concerns to team leads, supervisors, or technical team members.
Training and Mentorship: Assists in training new associates on techniques, tool selection, and best practices to support business needs and reduce strain or repetitive motion risks.
Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Prevention: Provides feedback and troubleshooting to mitigate FOD-related risks; coaches Level 1 associates on proper handling and prevention practices.
Cross-Functional Support: Flexes to adjacent operations as needed to maintain process flow and ensure first-time quality. Actively identifies opportunities to improve quality and reduce cycle time.
Continuous Improvement: Participates in Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, contributing ideas and actions to enhance efficiency, safety, and product excellence.
Minimum Qualifications :
Experience: 5+ years of experience in working with scopes for precision burring of internal holes and cross sections. Proven track record of handling complex deburring operations and tight tolerances. Experience mentoring and guiding junior team members
Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of rotary and manual burring tools, including specialized tooling for unique applications. Proficiency in modifying and developing tooling solutions for unique applications. Highly capable with precise gaging practices and more advanced inspection equipment.
Skills/Abilities: Ability to read and interpret complex blueprint characteristics, technical documents. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve tooling and work holding challenges. Strong problem solving skills, creativity, team engagement, and drive for improvement
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).
Working Conditions :
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
Essential duties require frequent reaching above shoulder level, standing, walking, working around moving machinery and manual dexterity for handling small parts
Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
Standing: 0% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Sitting: 100% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
Mental/Visual: use of microscope/borescope and computer
Workspace:clean bench
Top Benefits:
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:
o Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
o Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
o 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
o Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.
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You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
Hourly Ranges for Burrer Precision Level I and II . The level of the position will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications .
Burrer Precision Level I : $25.00/hourly to $32.00/hourly
Burrer Precision Level II: $34.00/hourly to $43.00/hourly
Second shift openings are eligible for a $2 shift differential. The $2 shift differential will be added to the base pay once training on First shift has been successfully completed and the employee transitions to the Second shift schedule.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us.
The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate's base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement - as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.
