EDM Machinist (2nd Shift)

BARNES; Burnside (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace in East Hartford, CT, is seeking an EDM operator on 2nd shift to set up and run Wire and Sinker EDM machines. You’ll interpret blueprints and GD&T, adjust parameters, and ensure first-piece and in-process dimensions meet customer specs.

Applicants should have 1+ years in aerospace manufacturing, read operation sheets, and maintain quality documentation. A high school diploma is required, with competitive wages and shift differentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate Wire and/or Sinker EDM machines using approved programs, tooling, fixtures, and workholding components.
• Machine complex aerospace components to blueprint, model, and customer specification requirements.
• Read and interpret routers, setup sheets, work instructions, blueprints, GD&T, and inspection requirements.
• Verify first-piece and in-process dimensions using appropriate measuring equipment.
• Monitor machine performance, wire condition, electrode wear, flushing, and cut quality; make approved adjustments and offsets as needed.
• Maintain accurate job, material, serial-number, and production documentation.
• Follow all quality procedures, including inspection hold points, traceability, and nonconformance reporting.
• Escalate machine, tooling, program, material, or quality concerns promptly to supervision, Quality, Engineering, or Maintenance.
• Perform routine machine care, cleaning, fluid checks, and basic troubleshooting; report equipment issues immediately.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with 6S, FOD-prevention, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Work with Quality, Engineering, Planning, and fellow operators to support schedule adherence and continuous improvement.
• Support reduction of setup time, cycle time, scrap, and rework while maintaining aerospace quality standards.
• Train on additional equipment and assist with other production needs as required

Skills

Aerospace experience

EDM machining

Read blueprints

GD&T knowledge

Gauge usage

Machine setup

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

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. If you're a team player, enjoy working in a manufacturing environment, and looking for more than just a job, take your career to new heights with Barnes Aerospace!

Position Details

Location: East Hartford, CT

2nd shift: Mon-Fri 3:30pm - 12:00am

Your Expertise

• 1+ years in an aerospace or high precision manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of EDM machining
• Read and interpret operation sheets and parameter sheets to effectively complete each job
• Set parameters for each job in order to get a good LCS test
• Ability to use various gauges in order to check pieces after completion
• Ability to set each job up in the machine to be able to cut parts effectively

Is your expertise different from the above? If you have a good attitude and a willingness to learn and new trade or skill, we want to hear from you.

Your Challenge

• Set up, program, and operate Wire and/or Sinker EDM machines using approved programs, tooling, fixtures, and workholding components
• Machine complex aerospace components to blueprint, model, and customer specification requirements
• Read and interpret routers, setup sheets, work instructions, blueprints, GD&T, and inspection requirements
• Verify first-piece and in-process dimensions using appropriate measuring equipment
• Monitor machine performance, wire condition, electrode wear, flushing, and cut quality; make approved adjustments and offsets as needed
• Maintain accurate job, material, serial-number, and production documentation
• Follow all quality procedures, including inspection hold points, traceability, and nonconformance reporting
• Escalate machine, tooling, program, material, or quality concerns promptly to supervision, Quality, Engineering, or Maintenance
• Perform routine machine care, cleaning, fluid checks, and basic troubleshooting; report equipment issues immediately
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with 6S, FOD-prevention, safety, and environmental requirements
• Work with Quality, Engineering, Planning, and fellow operators to support schedule adherence and continuous improvement
• Support reduction of setup time, cycle time, scrap, and rework while maintaining aerospace quality standards
• Train on additional equipment and assist with other production needs as required

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Salary: $23/hour - $42/hour

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.

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