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Aircraft Parts Buffer B - 2nd Shift
Textron AviationUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Apr 2026
About the role
Aircraft Parts Buffer B - 2nd Shift(
Job Number:
340751)Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.Description
We are hiring immediately for an Aircraft Parts Buffer.
What you will be doing as an Aircraft Parts Buffer:
In this role, you can expect to set up and operate a variety of motorized equipment, hand tools, and holding fixtures to buff and polish aircraft components. You'll master techniques and polishes on all metal alloys to meet high appearance standards. Additionally, you’ll enhance our collaborative and efficient work environment by assisting lower grade operators as needed.
Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
- Operate Buffing Equipment: Set up and operate motor-driven wire brushes, cloth wheels, and abrasive-coated wheels using various buffing compounds to achieve required finishes
- Polish Components: Polish steel parts to meet specifications before electroplating, ensuring close tolerances
- Plan and Perform Buffing: Develop methods to hold various shapes and sizes of parts against buffing wheels to obtain desired finishes
- Scratch Removal: Use learned techniques to buff out scratches and polish parts to acceptable finish standards
What you need to be successful:
- A high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification is required
- One year experience with polishing and buffing to obtain satin and/or mirror finishes is required
- Ability to work in a dusty work environment that requires long periods of standing and holding variou
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