Aerospace EDM Machinist - Wire/Sinker, 1st Shift

BARNES; Burnside (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Insurance benefits

PTO

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace in East Hartford, CT is seeking an EDM operator for first shift. You will set up, program, and operate Wire and Sinker EDM machines to produce aerospace components per blueprints and specifications.

Qualified candidates have 1+ years in aerospace manufacturing, EDM know-how, and the ability to read operation sheets and set appropriate parameters. Safety and quality are emphasized in a 1st shift role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years in aerospace or high precision manufacturing.
• Experience with EDM machining.
• Ability to read operation and parameter sheets.
• Ability to set up machines and parameters for EDM processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate Wire and/or Sinker EDM machines using approved programs, tooling, fixtures, and workholding components.
• Machine complex aerospace components to blueprint, model, and customer specification requirements.
• Read and interpret routers, setup sheets, work instructions, blueprints, GD&T, and inspection requirements.
• Verify first-piece and in-process dimensions using appropriate measuring equipment.
• Monitor machine performance, wire condition, electrode wear, flushing, and cut quality; make approved adjustments and offsets as needed.
• Maintain accurate job, material, serial-number, and production documentation.
• Follow all quality procedures, including inspection hold points, traceability, and nonconformance reporting.
• Escalate machine, tooling, program, material, or quality concerns promptly to supervision, Quality, Engineering, or Maintenance.
• Perform routine machine care, cleaning, fluid checks, and basic troubleshooting; report equipment issues immediately.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with 6S, FOD-prevention, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Work with Quality, Engineering, Planning, and fellow operators to support schedule adherence and continuous improvement.
• Support reduction of setup time, cycle time, scrap, and rework while maintaining aerospace quality standards.
• Train on additional equipment and assist with other production needs as required.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

EDM machining

Read operation sheets

Set machine parameters

Gauge measurement

Machine setup

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Barnes Aerospace in East Hartford, CT is seeking an EDM operator for first shift. You will set up, program, and operate Wire and Sinker EDM machines to produce aerospace components per blueprints and specifications.

Qualified candidates have 1+ years in aerospace manufacturing, EDM know-how, and the ability to read operation sheets and set appropriate parameters. Safety and quality are emphasized in a 1st shift role with competitive benefits.