CNC Operator (Entry Level)

360-Recruiting-Group; Plymouth (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Health and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Overtime opportunities

Stable, supportive work environment

Advancement and skills development

Job summary

Modelcraft Company in Plymouth, CT is seeking two CNC Level 1 Operators for our turning department, one for 1st shift and one for 2nd shift. The role emphasizes dependability, basic mechanical skills, and detail orientation, with no extensive CNC experience required.

Established in 1965, Modelcraft serves aerospace, medical, and commercial industries. Join a stable, growing team where you can build machining skills, work with experienced colleagues, and enjoy a four-day workweek, competitive

Qualifications

• Dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to follow written instructions and procedures.
• Willingness to learn CNC machining.
• Experience preferred but not required; able to work independently after training.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and turning centers to produce precision components
• Load and unload parts and monitor machine operation
• Follow work instructions, job travelers, and basic blueprints
• Perform basic inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Monitor tool wear and identify quality or machine issues
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Learn additional CNC operating, tooling, inspection, and setup skills

Skills

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Basic mechanical aptitude

Ability to follow instructions

Willingness to learn CNC

Independent work after training

Job description

Plymouth, United States | Posted on 08/26/2026

• City Plymouth
• State/Province Connecticut
• Country United States

About Us

About 360 Recruiting Group: We are the trusted partner to many small-mid-sized businesses throughout New England. As a dedicated partner, we work as an extension of their organization, offering full-service recruiting to hire for direct and permanent positions with our clients. Please view the specific job descriptions to learn more about the companies with which we partner.

Job Description

Location: Plymouth, CT

Pay: $20.00–$26.00 per hour, based on relevant experience

Schedule: 1st Shift & 2nd Shift | Four-day workweek

Job Type: Full-time, permanent, in-person

We are seeking two CNC Level 1 Operators to join our turning department—one for 1st shift and one for 2nd shift.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is dependable, mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and eager to build a career in precision manufacturing. At this level, work ethic, reliability, attention to detail, and basic mechanical skills are more important than extensive CNC experience.

About the Company:

Established in 1965, Modelcraft Company is an AS9100-certified precision CNC turning and milling job shop serving the aerospace, medical, and commercial industries.

We are a stable and growing small manufacturer where employees can make a meaningful contribution, develop their machining skills, and work directly with an experienced production team.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and turning centers to produce precision components
  
• Load and unload parts and monitor machine operation
  
• Follow work instructions, job travelers, and basic blueprints
  
• Perform basic inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
  
• Monitor tool wear and identify quality or machine issues
  
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
  
• Learn additional CNC operating, tooling, inspection, and setup skills
  

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
  
• Excellent attention to detail
  
• Basic mechanical aptitude
  
• Ability to follow written instructions and established procedures
  
• Willingness to learn and develop CNC machining skills
  
• Previous manufacturing or CNC experience is preferred but not required
  
• Ability to work independently after training
  

What We Offer

• Four-day workweek with Fridays normally off
  
• Health and life insurance
  
• 401(k) with 4% company match
  
• Overtime opportunities as needed
  
• Stable, supportive work environment
  
• Opportunities for advancement and skills development
  

This is a great entry point for someone looking to develop a long-term career in CNC machining and precision manufacturing.