Aerospace Precision CNC Grinder/Mill Machinist

Howmet Aerospace (Winsted, CT); Winsted (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Shift Differential

Overtime Available

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace in Winsted, CT is seeking an Aerospace Precision CNC Grinder/Mill Machinist. You will set up and run CNC grinding and milling on 3–4 axis VMCs and 5+ axis VMCs to manufacture tight-tolerance aerospace parts. Read blueprints, measure precisely, adjust tooling and offsets, and collaborate with Engineering to optimize grinding passes.

You will mentor teammates, share ideas for Kaizen improvements, and uphold safety and quality on every shift.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints and perform precision measurement to spec.
• Set up and operate CNC grinding and milling equipment.
• Interpret complex aerospace drawings and tolerances.
• Collaborate with Engineering to improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC grinding and CNC milling equipment (3–4 axis VMC and 5+ axis VMC).
• Machine complex, tight-tolerance aerospace components with unwavering quality.
• Read and interpret blueprints; perform precision measurement; adjust tooling and offsets.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Tool Room to elevate processes.
• Champion safety, quality, and teamwork on every job.

Skills

CNC Programming

Blueprint reading

Inspection

Aerospace Manufacturing

Milling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)

CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)

CNC Grinding

Job description

Aerospace Precision CNC Grinder/Mill MachinistCompetitive Pay • Sign-on Bonus • Shift Differential • Overtime AvailableYour day at Howmet Aerospace, WinstedClock in, review a new aerospace work order, and load a high-precision fixture on a 5-axis VMC. You verify the program, touch off tools, confirm offsets, and run a first-article part to exacting tolerances. After inspection, you collaborate with Engineering to refine a grinding pass that shaves microns while safeguarding surface finish. Between runs, you share ideas for a Kaizen improvement and mentor a teammate on blueprint interpretation—because here, your craftsmanship and your voice matter.What you’ll handleSet up and operate CNC grinding and CNC milling equipment (3–4 axis VMC and 5+ axis VMC).Machine complex, tight-tolerance aerospace components with unwavering quality.Read and interpret blueprints; perform precision measurement; adjust tooling and offsets.Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Tool Room to elevate processes.Champion safety, quality, and teamwork on every job.Why machinists choose usModern aerospace manufacturing with continuous investment in new equipment and technology.Your ideas drive continuous improvement—we listen and act.Clear paths to setup, programming, lead machinist, quality, maintenance, or supervision.Stable, growing operation with challenging precision work.Competitive pay, overtime opportunities, comprehensive benefits, sign-on bonus for qualified talent, and shift differential.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED.3–5 years of related experience.Background with CNC machining, grinding, milling, or multi‑axis equipment.Strong blueprint reading and inspection capabilities.Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.Reliable attendance, positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and a team-first mindset.Aerospace experience is preferred but strong machinists from other industries are welcome.ProficienciesCNC ProgrammingAerospace ManufacturingMachines & technologies you’ll useCNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)Blueprint readingCNC GrindingCNC SetupMillingmulti axis equipmentinspectionGrow hereWe’re expanding, investing, and promoting from within. If you want your skills respected and your career advanced, you’ll find your next chapter at Howmet Aerospace in Winsted.ComplianceBelow is important information that applies to this role:**Export-Controlled Data**This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.