3rd Shift CNC Mill Machinist

Leoforce; Winsted (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits Coverage

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

401(k) Program

PTO & Paid Holidays

Exposure to Advanced Machining Tech

Career Growth Path into Senior Machin

High-Performance, Quality‑Focused Team

Hours 11pm-7am

Job summary

Leoforce in Connecticut is seeking a 3rd shift CNC Mill Machinist to set up and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills for aerospace-grade components. You will read blueprints and GD&T, adjust tooling and parameters, and perform rigorous in-process and final inspections.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in precision manufacturing, multi-axis mill experience, and familiarity with Fanuc/Haas/Okuma/Makino/Mitsubishi controls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Technical machining certificate a plus.
• 3+ years CNC machining experience in precision manufacturing or aerospace environments.
• Strong experience operating and setting up multi-axis mills.
• Experience with 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis machining centers.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T confidently.
• Experience with Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, Makino, Mitsubishi, or similar CNC controls.
• Strong inspection background using precision measurement equipment.
• Proven ability to machine tight-tolerance components with minimal scrap.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for tooling, offsets, setups, and machine issues.
• Detail-oriented with strong quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC mills.
• Machine complex aerospace-grade components to tight tolerances.
• Interpret advanced blueprints, prints, and GD&T callouts.
• Adjust tooling, offsets, feeds, speeds, and machining parameters.
• Perform in-process inspections and final quality checks.
• Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision tools.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and optimize setups for efficiency.
• Reduce scrap and rework through precision-focused execution.
• Collaborate with engineering and programming teams on process improvements.
• Maintain safe and clean work area standards.

Skills

CNC Milling

Multi-axis

GD&T

Blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical machining certificate

Tools

Fanuc

Haas

Okuma

Makino

Mitsubishi

Job description

3rd Shift CNC Mill Machinist

6974479

17 hours ago

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $30 - $45 per hour

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Set up and operate 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC mills
• Machine complex aerospace-grade components to tight tolerances
• Interpret advanced blueprints, prints, and GD&T callouts
• Adjust tooling, offsets, feeds, speeds, and machining parameters
• Perform in-process inspections and final quality checks
• Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision tools
• Troubleshoot machining issues and optimize setups for efficiency
• Reduce scrap and rework through precision-focused execution
• Collaborate with engineering and programming teams on process improvements
• Maintain safe and clean work area standards

Qualifications Section – Needed

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Technical machining certificate a plus
• Minimum 3+ years of CNC machining experience in precision manufacturing or aerospace environments
• Strong experience operating and setting up multi-axis mills
• Experience with 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis machining centers
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T confidently
• Experience with Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, Makino, Mitsubishi, or similar CNC controls
• Strong inspection background using precision measurement equipment
• Proven ability to machine tight‑tolerance components with minimal scrap
• Strong troubleshooting skills for tooling, offsets, setups, and machine issues
• Detail‑oriented with strong quality standards

A bit about us:

Founded decades ago and based in Winsted, Connecticut, with additional operations supporting advanced manufacturing markets, we are a precision‑driven manufacturer producing mission‑critical components for aerospace and power generation industries. We pride ourselves on quality, advanced machining capabilities, and a team‑first environment where skilled machinists can grow into senior machining and programming opportunities.

Why join us?

Competitive Compensation: Competitive base pay (DOE)

• Day 1 Benefits Coverage
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401(k) Program
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Exposure to Advanced Machining Technologies
• Career Growth Path into Senior Machinist / CNC Programming Roles
• High-Performance, Quality‑Focused Team Culture
• Hours 11pm-7am

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