EDM Machinist (1st Shift)
About The Position
Barnes Aerospace is hiring an EDM Machinist for its East Hartford, Connecticut location. This first-shift role works Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., setting up, programming, and operating Wire and/or Sinker EDM machines to produce aerospace components that meet blueprint, model, and customer specifications. The machinist verifies dimensions, monitors machining conditions, maintains production and quality documentation, performs routine machine care, and collaborates with other teams to support production schedules and continuous improvement. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and calls for at least one year of experience in an aerospace or high-precision manufacturing environment, along with demonstrated EDM machining knowledge. Applicants should be able to interpret production and inspection documents, set up jobs and machine parameters, and use gauges to inspect completed parts. The posting also welcomes applicants with a positive attitude and willingness to learn a new trade or skill. The stated pay range is $23 to $42 per hour. Barnes Aerospace describes a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements. The position may involve access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws; employment may be contingent on documentation verification and export-license considerations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year in an aerospace or high-precision manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of EDM machining.
- Ability to read and interpret operation sheets and parameter sheets.
- Ability to set job parameters to obtain a good LCS test.
- Ability to use various gauges to inspect completed pieces.
- Ability to set up jobs in machines to cut parts effectively.
- Ability to set up, program, and operate Wire and/or Sinker EDM machines.
- Ability to interpret routers, setup sheets, work instructions, blueprints, GD&T, and inspection requirements.
Nice To Haves
- A good attitude and willingness to learn a new trade or skill.
Responsibilities
- Set up, program, and operate Wire and/or Sinker EDM machines using approved programs, tooling, fixtures, and workholding components.
- Machine complex aerospace components to blueprint, model, and customer specification requirements.
- Read and interpret routers, setup sheets, work instructions, blueprints, GD&T, and inspection requirements.
- Verify first-piece and in-process dimensions using appropriate measuring equipment.
- Monitor machine performance, wire condition, electrode wear, flushing, and cut quality; make approved adjustments and offsets as needed.
- Maintain accurate job, material, serial-number, and production documentation.
- Follow quality procedures, including inspection hold points, traceability, and nonconformance reporting.
- Promptly escalate machine, tooling, program, material, or quality concerns to supervision, Quality, Engineering, or Maintenance.
- Perform routine machine care, cleaning, fluid checks, and basic troubleshooting; immediately report equipment issues.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 6S, FOD-prevention, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Work with Quality, Engineering, Planning, and fellow operators to support schedule adherence and continuous improvement.
- Support reductions in setup time, cycle time, scrap, and rework while maintaining aerospace quality standards.
- Train on additional equipment and assist with other production needs as required.
- Read and interpret operation sheets and parameter sheets to complete jobs.
- Set job parameters to obtain a good LCS test.
- Use gauges to check completed pieces and set jobs up in machines to cut parts effectively.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- 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 insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid vacation
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Wellness programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts
- Voluntary accident coverage
- Voluntary critical illness coverage
- Pet insurance
- Work-life support resources
- Shift differentials
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
