3rd Shift CNC/EDM Machinist – Aerospace Precision

Burke Aerospace; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke Aerospace is seeking an experienced CNC machinist for a full-time, third-shift position in Farmington, CT. You will set up and operate EDM and CNC machines, apply feeds and speeds, inspect parts, and document production data to meet strict aerospace quality standards.

You should have at least four years in manufacturing, a high school diploma, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. EDM experience and familiarity with Makino Fast Hole equipment are highly valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC machining equipment.
• Working knowledge of feeds, speeds, cutting tools, blueprint requirements, and dimensional inspection.
• Strong communication, organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Proactive, self-starting approach to problem solving.
• Understanding of lean or continuous-improvement methods.
• Ability to perform medium work, including up to 50 pounds of force.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate EDM and CNC machines using established programs, fixtures, and methods.
• Make edits and adjustments to produce parts to work orders, blueprints, and sketches.
• Apply knowledge of feeds, speeds, cutting tools, and machining practices.
• Inspect dimensional features and confirm work meets quality requirements.
• Complete production, time, count, and scrap documentation accurately.
• Maintain machines, tooling, and the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Help train and support other employees as needed.
• Work with other teams to solve process or system-related problems.

Skills

CNC machining experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Lean/continuous improvement

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Makino Fast Hole EDM

EDM equipment

CNC machines

JobBOSS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burke Aerospace is seeking an experienced CNC machinist for a full-time, third-shift position in Farmington, CT. You will set up and operate EDM and CNC machines, apply feeds and speeds, inspect parts, and document production data to meet strict aerospace quality standards.

You should have at least four years in manufacturing, a high school diploma, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. EDM experience and familiarity with Makino Fast Hole equipment are highly valued.