Finishing Technician

Job Title:

Finishing Technician Job Description The Finishing Technician performs precise finishing, deburring, and inspection of machined components using a variety of tools and inspection equipment. This role ensures parts meet exact quality specifications by polishing, washing, tumbling, bead blasting, honing, assembling, and deburring components, while maintaining a strong focus on safety and consistency in a clean, modern manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Use inspection equipment accurately and consistently to verify part quality, including micrometers, air gauging, optical comparators, refractometers, calipers, go/no-go gauges, thread gauges, and plug/pin gauges. Follow established processes to polish, wash, tumble, bead blast, hone, assemble, and deburr parts according to job and quality requirements. Perform deburring operations to ensure all parts are consistently free of burrs and meet precision machining standards. Recognize and remove burrs on components using appropriate hand tools, microscopes, and other finishing equipment. Conduct regular inspection of components, applying mechanical and precision machining knowledge to identify nonconforming parts. Use a microscope on a regular basis to inspect fine details and verify that finished parts meet specifications. Perform consistent fine motor manipulation to handle small parts and delicate finishing tasks accurately. Apply a working knowledge of health and safety practices, actively promoting and upholding a strong safety culture. Identify opportunities to improve safety and quality and take appropriate action before problems occur. Immediately report potential hazards, unsafe working conditions, unsafe equipment, unsafe acts, and any injuries. Support production and assembly activities by performing secondary operations and finishing tasks as needed to meet schedule and quality goals. Essential Skills A minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment related to machine trades. Hands-on experience with secondary operations and assembly in a production setting. Proficiency in using inspection tools such as micrometers, air gauging, optical comparators, refractometers, calipers, go/no-go gauges, thread gauges, and plug/pin gauges. Ability to perform precise deburring and finishing work on machined components. Experience using microscopes for inspection in a production or medical-related environment. Strong fine motor skills for consistent manipulation of small parts and detailed finishing tasks. Practical experience with hand tools used in deburring, finishing, and assembly. Working knowledge of health and safety practices in a manufacturing environment. Experience in quality inspection for mechanical or precision machining components. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in finishing or second operations in a manufacturing environment is preferred. Any work history in quality inspection within precision machining is beneficial. Experience in a medical or high-precision production environment is advantageous. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, production-driven setting. Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards. Why Work Here? You will join a growing organization that values internal development and career progression, with a strong culture of promoting from within. The company offers generous paid time off starting at 3 weeks per year with accrual from day one, along with competitive pay and opportunities for growth. You will have access to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%. The environment supports long-term career stability, professional growth, and a healthy work-life balance. Work Environment This role is based in a clean, updated manufacturing facility with roughly 100 employees, providing a modern and organized workspace. You will work with precision inspection equipment such as micrometers, air gauging systems, optical comparators, refractometers, calipers, and various gauges, as well as microscopes and hand tools for detailed finishing and deburring. The environment emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration within a close-knit team setting. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Monticello, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40000.00 - $62400.00/yr.

Wage:

The position includes a 20% shift differential and an annual $3,000.00 retention bonus.

Generous PTO:

Start with 3 weeks of paid time off per year, with accrual starting on day one.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid holidays. 401k

Match:

Dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5%.

Professional Growth:

Tuition reimbursement for professional development. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Monticello,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.