CNC Machinist - Turning - 1st Shift

Applied Aerospace & Defense; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense in Manchester, CT seeks a CNC Machinist - Turning. This full-time role focuses on operating multi-axis turning machinery and ensuring precise aerospace components meet specifications.

Responsibilities include reading operation sheets, using precision measuring devices, and maintaining safe, clean work areas while supporting lean manufacturing initiatives. US citizens preferred; aerospace experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• US Citizen
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of Two years of CNC experience.
• Aerospace experience required
• Basic understanding of math or industrial mathematics.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Ability to set, use or setup various measuring devices.
• Solid problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling and turning machinery as required with supervision.
• Use manual inspection equipment as required (height stands, micrometers, indicators, dial bores, verniers).
• Read/interpret operation sheets and work instructions.
• Adhere to policies and standard work.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives to improve processes.
• Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to reduce downtime.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas and equipment.
• Follow all safety policies and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Leads, Supervisors and/or Managers.

Skills

CNC Experience

Reading blueprints

Measuring devices

US Citizenship

Mathematics

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Technical drawing reading

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Organization

Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

• Perform set up and operate vertical and horizontal multi-axis milling and turning machinery as required with supervision.
• Use manual inspection equipment as required, e.g. height stands, micrometers, indicators, dial bores, verniers, etc.
• Work with aerospace materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, magnesium, titanium, and nickel alloys.
• Read/interpret operation sheets and work instructions.
• Adhere to established policies and company procedures and standard work.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to maintain continuity between shifts and decrease machine downtime.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Follow all safety policies, rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Leads, Supervisors and/or Managers.

Position Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended period of time on a concrete manufacturing floor.
• Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Moderate twisting and bending.
• Moderate climbing on step stools or platforms.

Unusual Environmental Conditions

• Loud machining environment; exposure to aerospace metals, lubricants and chemicals.

Required Personal Protective Equipment

• Safety glasses/shields, appropriate manufacturing closed toed footwear, gloves, hearing protection may be required or other protective equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• US Citizen
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of Two years of CNC experience.
• Aerospace experience required
• Basic understanding of math or industrial mathematics.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Ability to set, use or setup various measuring devices.
• Solid problem solving skills.

Shift First

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Location Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester

Category Operations

Req Number OPE-26-00004

Position CNC Machinist - Turning

Close Date

Post Internal Days 0

Number of Openings 1

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager(s)

This position is currently accepting applications.

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