Aerospace CNC Milling Machinist (1st Shift)

Parts Tool & Die, LLC; Hubbard Corner (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Parts Tool & Die in Agawam, MA is seeking a skilled CNC Milling Machinist for 1st shift to set up, program, and run complex aerospace parts on multi-axis mills. You will interpret blueprints and GD&T, select tooling, and ensure first-pass yield on tight tolerances in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–7 years of aerospace milling experience, works with Inconel and titanium, and thrives under AS9100 quality requirements.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of CNC milling setup and operation experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation required.
• Experience with first article inspections and in-process verification.
• Experience with exotic/high-temperature materials a plus.
• AS9100 quality systems knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, prove out, and operate CNC milling centers including complex multi-axis work.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, and customer specs.
• Select tools, fixtures, and inspection methods for each operation.
• Machin high-value aerospace components to tight tolerances with repeatability.
• Work with Inconel, titanium, hardened steels, and other heat-resistant materials.
• Perform first article work and in-process verification with metrology tools.
• Adjust feeds, speeds, offsets, and tooling for accuracy and surface finish.
• Identify and resolve machining issues; collaborate with Eng/Quality.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 quality systems and documentation.
• Maintain organized, safe workspace aligned with lean/5S.
• Share best practices and improve floor repeatability.

Skills

CNC Milling

Blueprint Reading

GD&T

First Article Inspection

Quality mindset

Tools

CNC Milling Centers

Okuma

Fanuc

Metrology Equipment

Job description

Parts Tool & Die in Agawam, MA is seeking a skilled CNC Milling Machinist for 1st shift to set up, program, and run complex aerospace parts on multi-axis mills. You will interpret blueprints and GD&T, select tooling, and ensure first-pass yield on tight tolerances in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–7 years of aerospace milling experience, works with Inconel and titanium, and thrives under AS9100 quality requirements.