Cutter Grinder

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.

The Pursuit family of companies 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

Our Technicians are skilled employees who perform various types of precision grinding utilizing machines and their related equipment and attachments to sharpen and form cutting tools, such as drills and milling cutters. The candidate will utilize practical skills and knowledge as a Cutter Grinder to analyze specifications, set up and operate the machine and regrind cutting tools.

The Cutter Grinder Technician follows the sequence and the required operations. The Cutter Grinder will test and inspect the tools and cutter grinder equipment to ensure that they are true to the original design and function properly. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills will be necessary.

Location: 100% Onsite in Whitesboro, NY

This is a full-time role that may require some extended hours and weekends, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate computer numerically controlled machines such as ANCA grinders, edge prep machine, laser marking machine & Zoller inspection machine to sharpen tools to prescribed dimensions and finishes
• Operate CNC preset equipment.
• Perform problem solving tasks in a highly automated and dynamic manufacturing environment
• Perform set-ups and operations of various types of tools.
• Sharpen or modify tools, milling cutters, drills, reamers, etc. involving special contours, compound angles to required specifications
• Perform tests with completed tools to ensure that tools meet specifications and make adjustments as necessary
• Perform incidental tasks as required to complete the larger task
• Run Cutoff Machine as needed
• Laser Mark Cutting Tools
• General area cleaning / support
• Loading Cutter Grind Machines
• Supporting Cutter Grind Operators as directed
• Run Wheel Dresser Machine
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3 years of relevant manufacturing experience
• 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

• Working knowledge of the machinability of metals, with a good mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge and ability to use machinist’s hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Knowledge of shop geometry and trigonometry
• Material Handling
  
  

Working Conditions

• 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 up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of being forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift certified
• Must be able to climb ladder, work on platforms, and climb stairs
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor
• Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.
  
  

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.

3rd Shift - 11:00 pm to 7:30 am