CNC Machinist (1st Shift, 7am-3pm)

Barnes Aerospace; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2nd shift 12% differential

Job summary

BARNES AEROSPACE in Lansing, MI is seeking an experienced Machinist to operate CNC mills, lathes, and grinders across production stages, ensuring tight tolerances per customer drawings.

You will read blueprints with GD&T, troubleshoot tooling and machining problems, and document checks. Work closely with engineers, program managers, and QA to maintain safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a machinist.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tooling/machining problems.
• Ability to use hand tools and basic measuring devices.
• Committed to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and other equipment to meet tolerances.
• Uses calibrated tools and measuring devices to verify parts meet specs.
• Completes required paperwork and checklists.
• Collaborates with toolmakers, engineers, program managers, and quality personnel to resolve issues.

Skills

Read blueprints

GD&T knowledge

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Math skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training desirable

Tools

CNC Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Hand tools

Job description

Description

Core Responsibilities:

• Simultaneously sets up and operates a variety of machines throughout various stages of production, including CNC Mills, lathes, grinders and other specialized or manual equipment to ensure close tolerances according to customer specifications.
• Uses calibrated tools and measuring devices to ensure parts meet customer specifications.
• Completes required paperwork and checklists.
• Interfaces with toolmakers, engineers, program managers and quality personnel to resolve problems and ensure that parts are manufactured to customer specifications.
• Performs work with a high degree of responsibility with an emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications:

• Solid job history including more than 1 year at previous or recent employer.
• 1-3 years of experience as a machinist is required.
• Experience in the Aerospace industry preferred, but not required.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve various tooling and machining problems to ensure all parts and pieces are processed correctly.
• Ability to use hand tools, such as grinders, belt sanders, band saws and drill presses preferred.
• Willingness and ability to learn and retain new skills.
• Compliance with general attendance standards is required.
• Capable of reading and understanding written instructions, procedures, safety rules and operating instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Shift Differential:

• 2 nd Shift- 12% shift differential premium

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Additional technical training or education desirable.

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