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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 Operator at our Thomasville, GA facility, you will play a key role in manufacturing precision aerospace components that power flight and global defense applications. You will set up, operate, and monitor a variety of production machinery—including CNC lathes and mill-turn centers—to meet exacting aerospace specifications. Working in a fast‑paced environment, you’ll interpret engineering blueprints, follow detailed work instructions, and utilize precision measuring tools to ensure part quality and adherence to customer requirements.

This role requires strong attention to detail, commitment to safety, and a passion for producing high‑quality components. You will collaborate daily with quality, engineering, and production team members as part of a high-performance manufacturing team focused on delivery, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Location: Thomasville, GA

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

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC and/or manual machining equipment to produce precision aerospace components according to production schedules. Operate lathes and mill-turn centers.
• Interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications to ensure parts meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, etc.) to perform in-process and final inspections.
• Measure and verify part dimensions using GD&T principles and document results accurately.
• Perform machine offsets and tool changes as needed to maintain product quality.
• Monitor machine performance and surface finish, reporting abnormal conditions to the Supervisor or Engineering.
• Follow standardized work, routers, and control plans to maintain process consistency.
• Complete production documentation, including part counts, inspection check sheets, and quality records.
• Adhere to AS9100 quality procedures and contribute to root cause analysis when defects occur.
• Perform basic routine maintenance such as cleaning machines, replacing coolant, and removing chips.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area following 5S and company safety practices.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce scrap.
• Communicate effectively with quality inspectors, programmers, engineers, and maintenance teams to resolve production issues.
• Support team goals for productivity, on-time delivery, and operational excellence.

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 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.

• 2+ years of experience operating CNC or manual machining equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience with aerospace components or working in an AS9100/ISO-certified environment.
• Familiarity with CNC lathes, mill-turn centers, broaches, grinders, or other precision machining equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as calipers,…