Tool Maker

Pursuit Aerospace; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

EAP

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace in Plainville, CT seeks a Tool Maker II to build and modify tools, jigs, molds and fixtures using precision bench and machining operations. This 100% on-site role is Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm with overtime available.

You will program, set-up and operate machine tools (Hurco, Prototrak, surface grinders, manual Bridgeports and lathes), read blueprints, and ensure tolerances with basic metrology. ITAR/EAR compliance and US work authorization are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years of machinist experience.
• U.S. work authorization (no sponsorship required).
• ITAR/EAR regulations compliance required.
• Reads blueprints and interprets drawings for fixture fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate machine tools to fabricate fixtures and components.
• Read blueprints to dimension parts and ensure tolerance compliance.
• Set feeds, speeds, and machine parameters to meet specs.
• Work with engineers to review designs and provide feedback.
• Maintain basic metrology checks on fixtures and assemblies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint interpretation

Quality mindset

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

HURCO

PROTOTRAK

Surface grinders

Manual Bridgeports and lathes

Solidedge

Outlook

Job description

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:

The Tool Maker II position is responsible for moderately complex building and modifying tools, jigs, molds and fixtures using precision bench and machining operations.

Location: Plainville, CT - This position is 100% on site, Monday through Friday with overtime available (1st shift: 7:00am-3:30pm).

Responsibilities:

• Works with machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments using a good mechanical aptitude
• Programs, sets-up, and operates machine tools to perform specific operations independently. (HURCO, PROTOTRAK, SURFACE GRINDERS, MANUAL BRIDGEPORTS AND LATHES)
• Reads and interprets blueprints to fabricate moderately tight precision fixtures, assembly components and gages for production machines and inspection.
• Determines, sets and adjusts feeds, speeds and stops on all machines in the facility within operation capability to maintain specified tolerances.
• Be familiar with temperature changes caused by machine operations and the use of proper coolants and oils.
• Have moderate knowledge of the machinability of metals and procedures for proper material removal.
• Have the basic metrology knowledge to be able to check fixtures and assemblies to ensure that dimensions are being maintained before releasing to the floor.
• Understand heat treating of air hardening materials such as A2 steel
• Work with engineering on designs and give feed back when necessary
• Basic knowledge of computers (Excel, solidedge, outlook)
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least three years of experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases 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.

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 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:

• health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• paid time off
• company-paid holidays

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.