Lathe Machinist (2nd Shift) – $5K Sign-On Bonus

Applied Aerospace & Defense; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense in Enfield, CT, seeks an experienced Machinist - Lathe for 2nd shift to set up and operate horizontal and vertical CNC lathes per engineering specs, GD&T, and blueprints. Strong measurement and tooling knowledge required; lifting up to 50 lbs. HS diploma or GED, 7–10 years aerospace machining experience preferred.

The role requires English fluency, good communication, and the ability to read instructions. Full-time with varied shifts; sign-on bonus available.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 7–10 years CNC lathe machining experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Ability to read and follow written and oral work instructions in English.
• Knowledge of reading engineering blueprints and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Horizontal and Vertical CNC Lathes according to engineering specifications, GD&T and operation sheets.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures and tool holders for a given job.
• Run similar jobs of short cycle times for extended periods of time where manufacturing processes are stable.
• Read and interpret engineering instructions, travelers, and blueprints and be familiar with geometric tolerances and principles.
• Operate more than one machine at a time, one to two machines depending on the job complexity.
• Perform routine maintenance on production equipment and report malfunctions to maintenance personnel or supervisor.
• Operate lifting and handling equipment to move components to desired locations.

Skills

In-process inspection

Precision measurement tools

GD&T interpretation

English literacy

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Fanuc controls

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Job description

Applied Aerospace & Defense in Enfield, CT, seeks an experienced Machinist - Lathe for 2nd shift to set up and operate horizontal and vertical CNC lathes per engineering specs, GD&T, and blueprints. Strong measurement and tooling knowledge required; lifting up to 50 lbs. HS diploma or GED, 7–10 years aerospace machining experience preferred.

The role requires English fluency, good communication, and the ability to read instructions. Full-time with varied shifts; sign-on bonus available.