CNC Turning Machinist (2nd Shift)

Barnes Aerospace; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k savings plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

Life & disability insurance

HSA with company contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace in East Hartford, CT, is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for 2nd shift (Mon-Fri 3:30pm-12:00am). You will set up and operate CNC machines on aerospace forgings, read dimensional drawings, and ensure close tolerances to customer prints.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of CNC experience, GD&T knowledge, and strong communication skills. Benefits include competitive pay, shift differentials, and comprehensive coverage.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC setup and operation on aerospace-grade parts.
• Use hand tools, measuring instruments and gauges for setups.
• Ability to run multiple machines simultaneously.
• Understand basic machining principles and GD&T.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, setup sheets and manufacturing instructions.
• Operate various CNC production machines to forge parts in stainless steel, aluminum, Inconel, titanium, etc.
• Set up with minimal supervision and load/unload parts using hoists as needed.
• Apply coolant, change worn tools, and check dimensions with precision instruments.
• Maintain quality and safety standards and perform in-process checks.
• Assist with other tasks as needed and support continuous improvement.

Skills

CNC setup & operation

Hand tools & gauges

Multi-machine operation

Basic machining principles

GD&T

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Why Barnes Aerospace?

Barnes Aerospace offers competitive wages, shift differentials, 401k savings plan, paid time off, holidays, and much more! We’re more than a company, we’re a team. When you join our team, you’ll be part of an innovative, industry renowned provider of solutions for a broad customer base in the aerospace market.

Position Details

2nd Shift Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12:00am

Your Expertise

• 3+ years of experience setting up and operating CNC machinery, working on parts 12" +/- in diameter preferably in an aerospace environment
• Ability to use hand tools, measuring instruments, and gauges to ensure proper setups and machining operations
• Ability to operate multiple machines at the same time
• Basic machining principles
• GD&T
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills to analyze and resolve difficult problems effectively and implement long-term solutions
• Excellent organizational skills

Your Challenge

• Work independently with/without minimal direction of senior personnel in functional area
• Follows established quality and safety standards
• Receive work instructions, operation sheets, setup sheets, 1st piece and in-process check sheets from department supervision indicating such information as part and operation number to be performed
• Read and interpret dimensional drawings, tool setup sheets and manufacturing instructions in performing required machining operations
• Operate various types of computer numeric controlled production machines in the machining of forgings made from various types of metal such as stainless steel, aluminum, chrome-nickel, Inconel, titanium, etc.; Machine forgings to close tolerance, e.g. +/- .001; operate multiple machines at the same time
• Perform basic machine setup with/without minimal direction from senior personnel in functional area
• Load and unload pieces manually or with hoist; Apply coolant lubricant and change worn or damaged tools as required
• Use precision or standard measuring devices such as inside and outside micrometers, dial indicators, Vernier scales, fixed frame gauges or special gauges, profilometers, etc. to check machined dimensions and surface finishes conforming to customer prints and/or specifications
• Exercise care in handling of material before and after the machining operation
• Other duties as assigned
• Authority to perform all tasks/activities as required

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Salary: $23 - $42/hr

Barnes Aerospace offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for eligible medical plan participants; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions; life and disability insurance; and paid vacation and holidays. Additional offerings include an employee assistance program (EAP), wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, voluntary accident and critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and work-life support resources. Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements, which may vary based on employment status, position, and location.

This job position may include access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws. If an applicant does not meet the definition of a “U.S. Person” (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status), the Company may be required to obtain an export control license. If the position for which you applied involves access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws, then any offer is also contingent on verification of appropriate documentation for the Company to assess whether an export license will be required to employ you in that role, and if it is determined that an export license is required, the offer is also contingent on the Company’s determination, in its sole discretion, whether a license application and ongoing administration is prudent under the project’s contract parameters and whether an export license can be successfully obtained before you can start.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities