Manual VTL Operator/Machinist 1st Shift

Chromalloy Gas Turbine LLC; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off including holidays

Job summary

Chromalloy Gas Turbine LLC is seeking an experienced machinist to operate various machinery including lathes and milling machines in Windsor, Connecticut. Candidates must have at least 2 years of machining experience and a high school diploma.

The role involves reading blueprints and specifications, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality production. The company offers benefits starting from day one and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 2 years of machining experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machining equipment including lathes and milling machines.
• Read blueprints and follow specifications for parts machined.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment.

Skills

Machining experience

Fluency in English

Experience with machine tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

601 Marshall Phelps Rd, Windsor, CT 06095, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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.

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• 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 the division of numbers including decimals 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

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.