Machinist, CNC 1st Shift

Barnes•East Granby, CT

About The Position

The CNC Machinist performs complex setups, edits, and operates established and new product introduction (NPI) jobs with minimal supervision, ensuring parts meet specifications and requirements. The role makes adjustments as necessary, meets customer production schedules, and may work flexible hours and overtime to meet deadlines. This is a safety-sensitive position; applicants must comply with applicable FAA and DOT drug and alcohol testing rules. The machinist works with Engineering on material conditions, part positioning, and tool pressure as needed; detects and reports faulty operations, materials, and other problems to the immediate supervisor; maintains good housekeeping; follows company and safety rules; and wears required personal protective equipment. The role also provides training to others as required. Barnes Aerospace describes career development as a shared responsibility and encourages employees to develop and improve their skills and professional growth in support of company objectives.

Requirements

3–5 years of machining experience in an aerospace environment.
At least 3 years of experience setting up and operating CNC Devlieg Milling Machines.
Familiarity with Fanuc controls and willingness to cross-train on various operations and equipment.
Strong mathematical skills and knowledge of GD&T.
Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC).
Willingness to learn basic CNC programming.
Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability, including demonstrated ability to collaborate to solve complex issues.
Ability to use Microsoft Excel and Word.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must comply with applicable FAA and DOT drug and alcohol testing rules for this safety-sensitive position.

Responsibilities

Perform complex setups, edits, and operation of established and NPI jobs with minimal supervision, ensuring parts conform to specifications and requirements.
Make modifications or adjustments as necessary.
Verify dimensions using standard measuring instruments, including micrometers, depth gauges, height gauges, and vernier instruments.
Read and interpret blueprints and operations sheets.
Apply Lean practices and 6S, and contribute to a continuous improvement environment.
Follow machine-operation safety requirements, including proper guarding.
Work flexible hours and overtime to meet customer deadlines and commitments.
Meet customer production scheduling requirements.
Work with Engineering regarding material conditions, part positioning, and tool pressure as required.
Detect faulty operations and materials and report them, along with other problems, to the immediate supervisor.
Maintain good housekeeping on machines and in the work area; comply with company and safety rules and regulations; wear required personal protective equipment.
Provide training to others as required.