Laser Operator Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

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. 

Pursuit Aerospace 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: 

In this role you will be responsible for setting up and operating lasers. You will be responsible for making sure that you are cutting parts to the most current programs and revisions, you will verify that the parts that you are cutting conform to the drawing and that you have measured dimensions that you can check yourself. You will ensure that all First Piece Inspections are completed when required and that all paperwork is filled out correctly. When necessary, you may be asked to run multiple lasers simultaneously. 

Location: Manchester, CT

This role is 100% on site at all times and is a 2nd shift position that will train on 1st shift for 3-6 months before transitioning to 2nd.

Responsibilities: 

• Set up and run parts at laser per op-sheets and drawings.
• Ensuring that all parts coming off the laser are conforming to the op-sheets and drawings utilizing height gages, calipers, and other approved gages.
• Ensuring that first piece inspection on all jobs is completed. 
• Ensuring all parts are moved to the next operation. 
• Ensuring to replace the scrap barrel when necessary.
• Ensuring to accurately complete paperwork relating to counts, material, scrap, and time according to company policy
• Ensuring to perform daily walk around maintenance.
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-4 years of job related 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. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment. 
• Some Mechanical skills 
• Ability to be on your feet all day
• Willingness to learn new skills 
• Strong computer skills
• Self-starter/motivated team player
• Knowledge of the laser head, power supply, pulse forming network, optical system and the movement system of the laser. 

Working Conditions

• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk. 
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. 
• 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.