Machine Maintenance Technician

Machine Maintenance Technician

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.

As a Machine Maintenance Technician, you will provide mechanical, electrical and control support to production machining, NPI, and facilities. Supporting a large variety of machine configurations and OEMs are supported including 5+ axis mill turn applications, lathes, boring machines, broaches, compressed air systems, etc. The Machine Maintenance Technicians are responsible for repair, preventative maintenance and modification of that machinery. The position will require collaboration and critical thinking to troubleshoot unique equipment issues and develop quick resolutions in a demanding environment.

Location: Thomasville, GA

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

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition
• Provide preventative and correct maintenance on various complex CNCs: 5 axis milling, mill turn applications, and lathes
• Schedule and execute on-time preventative maintenance plans for a variety of machines across production areas
• Troubleshoot, and repair control and electrical system failures involving PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, servo amplifiers, input/output, and field sensors
• Troubleshoot and repair various machine tool hydraulic and pneumatic systems including actuators, valves, pumps, and filters
• Troubleshoot and repair machine tool mechanical systems including ballscrews, linear rails, guideways, and gearboxes
• Drive forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and company vehicles
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience in an industrial discipline repairing machines, equipment, and equipment.
• 3+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical repair
• 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:

• 3+ years of experience with one or more of the following CNC control systems: Siemens, Fanuc, Heidenhain, Allen Bradley
• 5+ years of experience as a maintenance technician or field service engineer
• Experience installing, aligning and commissioning 3 and 5 axis machines in an aerospace environment
• Experience adjusting CNC geometry components including – straightness, squareness, linear accuracy, servo tuning, tool center point control
• Experience in the application & operation of precision machine tools in aerospace manufacturing environment
• Experience operating a forklift and other related equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
• Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills)
• Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
• Analytic thinker that gets to the root of problems and comes up with permanent solutions to remedy issues
• Self-motivated and able to work well with others

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.