CNC Machinist - Tool Technician

Pursuit Aerospace•Cleveland, OH

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Mill / Tool & Die Maintenance Technician supports the Tool & Die Maintenance and Forging Departments by operating CNC and manual milling equipment, preparing and assembling tooling, polishing tools, and repairing dies and related tooling to meet production requirements. The role supports Pursuit Aerospace’s operational excellence by maintaining high standards in quality, efficiency, and safety. The position is based in Cleveland, Ohio. The technician works with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Production Control, maintains accurate production and inspection records, follows controlled documentation and safety procedures, and may assist with training other operators. The role also requires adapting to production needs, maintaining attendance for the full scheduled shift, and performing related assignments as directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 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.
Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and established procedures.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.
Authorization to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without current or future employer sponsorship.
Ability to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

Previous tool and die maintenance experience.
Ability to apply algebra, geometry, and trigonometry to complex machining, setup, and tooling problems.
Ability to perform basic 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.

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 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 accurate work that meets established quality standards.
Maintain traceability of heat codes and billet mapping, and mark and tag materials with required identifying information.
Monitor material conditions, process parameters, and equipment performance; promptly report procedural or quality deviations and equipment malfunctions to the supervisor.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment by following safety procedures, company policies, and applicable regulations.
Wear required PPE, including safety glasses and steel-toe footwear, and additional PPE specified by the applicable Job Hazard Analysis.
Complete and maintain logbooks, inspection records, worksheets, and other required documentation manually or electronically.
Comply with Pursuit Aerospace business conduct guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Participate in internal, external, and customer audits as required.
Acquire and maintain the knowledge and skills needed for assigned duties through on-the-job training, formal training, meetings, and other development activities.
Assist in training other operators in proper procedures, methods, and techniques as needed.
Meet performance expectations after the applicable training period and consistently achieve production targets and work standards.
Prioritize assignments and adapt to changing production requirements.
Communicate and collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Production Control to support production improvements and problem-solving.
Perform secondary job assignments across multiple functions during downtime as directed.
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 prepared to perform assigned responsibilities, and work the full scheduled shift.