CNC Machinist - Tool Technician

About Us

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

Pursuit Aerospace has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About The Opportunity

The CNC Mill / Tool & Die Maintenance Technician performs a variety of duties to support the Tool & Die Maintenance Department and Forging Department. Responsibilities include operating CNC and manual milling equipment, preparing and assembling tooling, polishing tools, and repairing dies and related tooling to support production requirements.

This position supports Pursuit Aerospace’s operational excellence by maintaining high standards in quality, efficiency, and safety, in alignment with our core values: Health and Safety, Quality, Customer Service, Development of People, Integrity, Corporate Citizenship, Continuous Improvement, and Respect.

Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Responsibilities

Operate manual and CNC milling equipment to support tooling maintenance, repair, and production requirements.

• Repair dies, tools, and related equipment used in die making, tool making, and process development, including purchased tools, jigs, and other tooling.
• Prepare, assemble, and polish tooling as required to support the Forging Department.
• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, factory routers, work instructions, sketches, drawings, metal finishing sheets, tool lists, operational sketches, and other controlled documents.
• Follow verbal and written Engineering and Quality Control instructions to ensure work is completed accurately and meets established quality standards.
• Maintain accurate traceability of heat codes and billet mapping. Mark and tag materials with the appropriate heat codes and other identifying information as required.
• Monitor material conditions, process parameters, and equipment performance. Promptly report deviations from established procedures, quality requirements, or equipment malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment by following established safety procedures, company policies, and applicable regulations.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses and steel-toe footwear at all times. Additional PPE, such as face shields, aprons, and gloves, must be worn as specified by the applicable Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Complete and maintain required documentation, including logbooks, inspection records, worksheets, and other records, manually or electronically, in accordance with established procedures and customer requirements.
• Comply with applicable Pursuit Aerospace business conduct guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in internal and external audits, including customer audits, as required.
• Acquire and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform assigned duties through on-the-job training, formal training programs, meetings, and other required development activities.
• Assist in training other operators in proper procedures, methods, and techniques, as needed.
• Meet established performance expectations following the applicable training period and consistently achieve production targets and work standards.
• Prioritize assignments effectively and adapt to changing production requirements.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Production Control to support production improvements and problem-solving efforts.
• Perform secondary job assignments during periods of downtime, as directed, which may require working across multiple functions.
• Perform housekeeping and other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Move materials within the work area as required.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance, report to work prepared to perform assigned responsibilities, and work the full scheduled shift.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of CNC milling experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical documents and written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, visitors, and contractors.
• Ability to prepare routine reports and written correspondence.
• Ability to work an off-shift schedule.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and established procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous tool and die maintenance experience.
• Ability to apply mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, to solve complex machining, setup, and tooling problems.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using fractions and decimals.
• Experience repairing, assembling, and polishing dies, tools, jigs, and related equipment.
• Ability to train other operators in proper procedures, methods, and techniques.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Visual acuity to inspect precision components
• Tolerance for a manufacturing environment (noise, machinery, oil/coolant exposure)
• Occasional bending, twisting, and reaching during machine operation or maintenance tasks
  
  

Acknowledgements

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.