Machinist Grinding 2nd Shift

Barnes Aerospace; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace in Connecticut is seeking an experienced machinist to set up and operate complex CNC milling jobs on aerospace-grade parts. The role requires precision, multi-axis milling, and strict adherence to tolerances.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, several years in aerospace manufacturing, experience with FANUC or CNC controls, and strong math and problem-solving skills. You will read blueprints, verify dimensions, and work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in an aerospace or high precision manufacturing environment preferred.
• 3 years of experience operating CNC multi-axis Milling machine preferred.
• Surface grinding experience.
• Knowledge of FANUC or CNC controls.
• Experience setting up and changing over jobs on CNC equipment.
• Exceptional mechanical ability and strong mathematical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to solve complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate complex milling jobs with minimal supervision ensuring part conforms to specifications and requirements.
• Make necessary modifications or adjustments.
• Read and understand standard and geometric tolerances on blueprints and work instructions/operations sheets.
• Verify dimensions using standard measuring instruments, such as micrometers, depth gages, height gages and dial calipers.
• Hold tight tolerances associated with the machining of precision parts.
• Work from established practices and overhaul manual instructions and procedures to perform a variety of duties to prepare parts for subsequent operations.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

CNC milling

Surface grinding

FANUC/CNC controls

Job setup/changeover

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• 5 years of experience in an aerospace or high precision manufacturing environment preferred.
• 3 years of experience operating CNC multi-axis Milling machine preferred.
• Surface grinding experience
• Knowledge of FANUC or CNC controls
• Experience setting up and changing over jobs on CNC equipment.
• Exceptional mechanical ability and strong mathematical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to solve complex issues.

Your Expertise

• 5 years of experience in an aerospace or high precision manufacturing environment preferred.
• 3 years of experience operating CNC multi-axis Milling machine preferred.
• Surface grinding experience
• Knowledge of FANUC or CNC controls
• Experience setting up and changing over jobs on CNC equipment.
• Exceptional mechanical ability and strong mathematical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to solve complex issues.

Your Challenge

• Set up and operate complex milling jobs with minimal supervision ensuring part conforms to specifications and requirements.
• Make necessary modifications or adjustments.
• Read and understand standard and geometric tolerances on blueprints and work instructions/operations sheets.
• Verify dimensions using standard measuring instruments, such as micrometers, depth gages, height gages and dial calipers.
• Hold tight tolerances associated with the machining of precision parts.
• Work from established practices and overhaul manual instructions and procedures to perform a variety of duties to prepare parts for subsequent operations.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)