Sheet Metal Technician (1st Shift)

Barnes Aerospace; East Granby (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with company contributions

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace is seeking a Sheet Metal Assembly Technician for 1st shift in East Granby, CT. You will read blueprints and assemble sheet metal parts, measure dimensions, and work with hand and power tools to ensure precise fabrication and high-quality finishes.

Ideal candidates have 1–4 years of sheet metal experience, the ability to lift heavy materials, and strong communication skills to collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of sheet metal, shop assembly experience.
• Able to cross train to support all areas of Sheet Metal Assembly.
• Able to lift heavy materials and tools.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints to determine fabrication, assembly, and installation of sheet metal products.
• Measure and lay out materials using tools like scribes, micrometers, Vernier calipers, etc.
• Use hand and power tools to trim, buff, and finish metal surfaces and joints for safety and appearance.
• Fasten details on aircraft and engine components using rivets, bolts, etc.

Skills

Sheet metal

Blueprint reading

Cross training

Lifting heavy objects

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Why Barnes Aerospace?

Barnes Aerospace offers competitive wages, shift differentials, 401k savings plan, paid time off, holidays, and much more! We’re more than a company, we’re a team. When you join our team, you’ll be part of an innovative, industry renowned provider of solutions for a broad customer base in the aerospace market.

Position Details

1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

Location: East Granby, CT

Your Expertise

• 1-4 years of sheet metal, shop assembly experience
• Ability to cross train to support all areas of Sheet Metal Assembly
• Ability to lift heavy materials and tools
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to solve complex issues

Your Challenge

• Utilize and interpret blueprints to determine how to where to fabricate, assemble and install sheet metal products
• Measure, mark dimensions and lay out materials to be installed using tools such as scribes, micrometers, Vernier, calipers, etc.
• Use hand and power tools to trim, buff, smooth, file and grind metal surfaces and joints of parts that have been assembled to ensure safety and seamless appearance.
• Fasten details on aircraft and industrial engine components using rivets, fasteners, bolts, etc.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Salary: $21 - $33/hr

Barnes Aerospace offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for eligible medical plan participants; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions; life and disability insurance; and paid vacation and holidays. Additional offerings include an employee assistance program (EAP), wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, voluntary accident and critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and work-life support resources. Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements, which may vary based on employment status, position, and location.

This job position may include access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws. If an applicant does not meet the definition of a “U.S. Person” (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status), the Company may be required to obtain an export control license. If the position for which you applied involves access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws, then any offer is also contingent on verification of appropriate documentation for the Company to assess whether an export license will be required to employ you in that role, and if it is determined that an export license is required, the offer is also contingent on the Company’s determination, in its sole discretion, whether a license application and ongoing administration is prudent under the project’s contract parameters and whether an export license can be successfully obtained before you can start.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities