Machinist I (1st Shift)

Pursuit Aerospace • Eastford, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Machinist you will have the opportunity to shape metal, plastic, or other materials into precise parts, instruments, and tools. Interpret blueprints and CAD drawings, set up and operate machinery, and inspect finished parts to ensure accuracy and quality!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Strong Mechanical skills
• 1+ year experience in setup and operation of CNC mills and/or lathes
• Ability to use air and electric tools to remove metal
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Self-starter/motivated team player
• Perform secondary operations as required: Deburring, Assembly, Marking, etc.
• Ability to make tool adjustments and changes
• Good math skills, with the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals

Responsibilities

• Review Drawings, and instructions to understand specifications
• Monitor machines while running changing tools, offsets when necessary
• Operate multiple machines simultaneously
• Inspect output using basic inspection equipment and quick-check gaging
• Use Kaizen to flow parts and drive down costs
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Responsible for accurately completing paperwork relating to counts, scrap, time according to Company policy

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees