CNC Machinists- Connecticut
About The Position
Barnes Aerospace is hiring CNC Machinists at locations in East Granby and East Hartford, Connecticut, with openings across first, second, third, and weekend shifts. The role operates CNC milling, turning, and/or grinding equipment in an aerospace manufacturing environment. The hourly pay range is $23.00 to $42.00. Machinists work with multi-axis machines and manufacturing cells, machine hard metals, load parts and fixtures, adjust machine programs, interpret blueprints and CNC programs, set up tools, and inspect finished parts against specifications. Candidates should have experience setting up and changing over CNC jobs, making offsets, using machining tools and fixtures, and working to tight tolerances. The position requires a high school diploma or GED. Preferred experience includes aerospace or high-precision manufacturing and operating CNC multi-axis milling machines. Barnes Aerospace offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- Experience setting up and changing over jobs on CNC equipment.
- Ability to read English and interpret symbols on operation sheets.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
- Proficiency in mathematics and calculator use.
- Experience making offsets at the machine.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and CNC programs.
- Experience setting up and using machining tools and fixtures.
- Proficiency with precision measuring equipment, including gauges, swing gauges, calipers, and micrometers.
- Familiarity with right-angle head operations.
- Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Ability to work within tight tolerances, measured in thousandths of an inch.
- High school diploma or GED.
Nice To Haves
- 5 or more years of experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing.
- 3 or more years of experience operating CNC multi-axis milling machines, including milling, turning, and/or grinding.
Responsibilities
- Operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling, turning, and/or grinding machines.
- Operate multiple machines simultaneously, often as part of manufacturing cells or machining centers.
- Machine hard metals such as Inconel, titanium, and stainless steel.
- Load parts and fixtures using hoists and safely position workpieces in machines.
- Make required program offsets and adjustments using Fanuc controls.
- Read and interpret blueprints and CNC programs at the machine.
- Set up tools using tool sheets and ensure proper configuration.
- Inspect parts with precision measuring tools to ensure they meet specifications.
Benefits
- Competitive wages and shift differentials.
- Paid time off, vacation, and holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for eligible medical plan participants.
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Employee assistance program (EAP).
- Wellness programs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee discounts.
- Voluntary accident and critical illness coverage.
- Pet insurance.
- Work-life support resources.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
