CNC Machinist (2nd Shift, 3pm-11pm)

BARNES; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2nd shift differential 12%

Job summary

BARNES in Lansing, MI is seeking an experienced machinist to set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and grinders, ensuring tight tolerances per customer specs. You will read blueprints, use calibrated tools, and complete paperwork to maintain quality.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of machinist experience, is safety-minded, and capable of reading GD&T. Aerospace experience is preferred but not required. This role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to attendance policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training desirable.
• 1–3 years machinist experience required; aerospace experience preferred.
• Able to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Troubleshoot tooling and machining problems to keep parts in spec.
• Capable of reading instructions, safety rules, and procedures.
• Able to use hand tools (grinders, belt sanders, drills) and basic math.
• Punctuality and attendance compliance essential.
• Good collaboration with engineers, program managers, and quality staff.
• Safety and quality oriented with responsibility on production.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines including CNC mills, lathes, grinders per specs.
• Use calibrated tools to verify parts meet specifications.
• Complete required paperwork and checklists.
• Interface with toolmakers, engineers, program managers, and quality personnel to resolve problems.
• Maintain safety and quality in all tasks.

Skills

Blueprint GD&T

Machinist experience

Hand tools

Math skills

Troubleshooting

Written instructions

Safety awareness

Willing to learn

Attendance compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training desirable

Job 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

• 2nd Shift- 12% shift differential premium

Education Requirements

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

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