Lead CNC Machinist - (Aerospace)

Adecco Portugal; Portland (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Bonus potential

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Adecco Portugal in Portland, CT seeks an experienced Lead CNC Machinist to produce aerospace components on first shift (Mon–Fri, 7:00am–3:30pm). Read blueprints, GD&T, set up and lead machining efforts to ensure tight tolerances.

You’ll verify dimensions with calipers, micrometers and gauges, maintain equipment and records, and drive quality in a production-focused environment. This role requires 5+ years in aerospace-focused CNC machining, and a strong grasp of shop math.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience (aerospace preferred).
• Specific experience as a Set-up/Lead Machinist.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and shop math (fractions, ratios, percentages).
• Skilled using calipers, micrometers, height & depth gauges, indicators & size blocks.
• Detail-oriented, quality-focused, and reliable.
• Experience with quick change systems; knowledge of trouble shooting multi axis machines; strong layout inspection and ability to perform inspection during setup.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce tight-tolerance aerospace components
• Read blueprints and GD&T to plan and execute precise machining
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision tools to verify dimensions
• Maintain equipment, production records, and quality standards
• Assist with setups and ensure consistent production flow

Skills

CNC Machining

GD&T

Blueprint Reading

Shop Math

Setup/Lead Machinist

Quality Inspection

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height Gauges

Depth Gauges

Indicators

Size Blocks

Job description

LEAD CNC MACHINIST – AEROSPACE

Portland, CT. 1st Shift: Mon to Fri, 7am - 3:30pm

This is a full production CNC Machinist role. Only apply if you meet the minimum requirements - you must have real CNC machining and production experience.

What You’ll Do

• Operate CNC machines to produce tight-tolerance aerospace components


• Read blueprints and GD&T to plan and execute precise machining


• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision tools to verify dimensions


• Maintain equipment, production records, and quality standards


• Assist with setups and ensure consistent production flow

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE (PLEASE DO NOT APPLY WITHOUT THESE)

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience (aerospace preferred)


• Specific experience as a Set-up/Lead Machinist


• Strong understanding of GD&T and shop math (fractions, ratios, percentages)


• Skilled using calipers, micrometers, height & depth gauges, indicators & size blocks


• Detail-oriented, quality-focused, and reliable


• Experience with quick change systems; Knowledge of trouble shooting multi axis machines; Strong Layout inspection and ability to perform inspection during setup

Pay & Benefits

• $25–$41/hour (based on experience)


• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) with company match. Bonus potential and tuition reimbursement.


• Opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical aerospace parts in a manufacturing environment

If you’re an experienced CNC machinist who takes pride in precision, enjoys working in a production environment, and wants to advance in aerospace manufacturing, this role is for you.

Pay Details: $25.00 to $41.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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