Manual VTL Operator/Machinist 1st Shift

Chromalloy Corporation; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Chromalloy Corporation in Windsor, CT is seeking a skilled Machinist to operate lathes, milling and grinding equipment to repair turbine parts in a high-precision shop environment. You will read blueprints, travelers, and drawings, set up machines, measure parts, and verify tolerances while adhering to safety and quality standards.

This full-time on-site role requires 2 years of machining experience and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• 2 years machining experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with different machine tools and equipment.
• Must be fluent in English, i.e. speaking, reading, writing.

Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal and manual vertical lathes, milling and grinding machines, VTL's, Jig Bores, Bridgeports, rubber grinding, Prototrack, drill presses and other special shop equipment for repair of parts.
• Work from process travelers, blueprints, parts drawings, manuals, specifications and verbal directions to determine proper dimensions and tolerances of finished part sequence of operation, and setup requirements.
• Measure, mark and scribe dimensions and reference points on material.
• Modify parts and materials to improve overall production; test completed equipment to detect and remove defects; perform maintenance on machinery.

Skills

Machining experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Machine tools

Job description

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

Total Rewards Program

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Duties

• Operate horizontal and manual vertical lathes, milling and grinding machines, VTL's, Jig Bores, Bridgeports, rubber grinding, Prototrack, drill presses and other special shop equipment for repair of parts.
• Work from process travelers, blueprints, parts drawings, manuals, specifications and verbal directions to determine proper dimensions and tolerances of finished part sequence of operation, and setup requirements.
• Measure, mark and scribe dimensions and reference points on material.
• Modify parts and materials to improve overall production; test completed equipment to detect and remove defects; perform maintenance on machinery.

Knowledge

Use of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of numbers including decimals and fractions; simple use of formulas and specifications, where interpretation is required involving basic skill knowledge.

Requirements

• 2 years machining experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with different machine tools and equipment.
• Must be fluent in English, i.e. speaking, reading, writing.

Physical Demand

Moderate physical demand frequently lifting or moving average weight material.

• Minimum lift floor to waist – 25 pounds.
• Minimum lift waist to shoulder level – 25 pounds.
• Minimum pull – 40 pounds.

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/