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

Barnes Aerospace; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace is seeking an experienced machinist in Lansing, MI to set up and operate CNC Mills, lathes, and grinders while maintaining tight tolerances per customer specs.

You will verify parts with precision measuring tools, complete required paperwork, and coordinate with engineers and quality teams to resolve issues. A HS diploma or GED is required, with 1–3 years of machinist experience preferred.

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 tooling and machining problems to ensure parts 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.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines including CNC Mills, lathes, grinders and other equipment to meet tolerances.
• Use calibrated tools and measuring devices to verify parts meet specs.
• Complete required paperwork and checklists.
• Interface with engineers and quality personnel to resolve problems and ensure specs.
• Perform work with emphasis on safety and quality.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Machining operations

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training desirable

Tools

CNC Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Hand tools

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.