CNC Grinding Machinist - 2nd Shift (HEDG / Precision Grinding) - Contract

At a Glance

Company: Barnes Aerospace
Location: 39 Bradley Park Rd, East Granby, CT 06026 (on-site)
Job Type: Contract
Pay Range: $45.00 per hour (DOE)
Per Diem: $150/day (7 days per week)
Shift: 2nd Shift Monday-Friday 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Overtime: Available
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (3+ years CNC grinding or machining experience)

Why This Role Exists

This contract role exists to support aerospace production demand requiring high-precision grinding and finishing operations. At Barnes Aerospace, this position plays a critical role in delivering tight-tolerance components using HEDG and advanced grinding processes, helping maintain throughput on key aerospace programs.

The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC grinding machines in a precision aerospace environment
• Perform high-efficiency deep grinding (HEDG) and other grinding operations
• Machine components to tight tolerances and exact specifications
• Make program edits, offset adjustments, and tooling changes as needed
• Read and interpret blueprints, operation sheets, and work instructions
• Verify dimensions using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, depth gages, height gages, and verniers
• Perform in-process inspection to ensure part quality and compliance
• Work with exotic materials including Inconel, Rene, and other aerospace alloys
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve machining and quality issues

Machines, Controls & Software

You'll work with equipment such as:

• Machines: CNC grinding machines, including HEDG and precision grinding equipment (Campbell grinders and similar)
• Controls: Fanuc and other CNC control systems depending on equipment
• Inspection Tools: Micrometers, depth gages, height gages, verniers, and other precision measuring tools

Materials You'll Work With

• Inconel
• Rene alloys
• Titanium
• Stainless Steel
• Aerospace-grade materials

What We're Looking ForRequired

• 3+ years of CNC grinding or machining experience
• Experience setting up and operating CNC grinding equipment
• Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T
• Strong mechanical aptitude and math skills
• Experience holding tight tolerances
• Ability to use precision measuring tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience with HEDG or precision grinding operations
• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Experience machining exotic materials (Inconel, Rene alloys)
• Familiarity with Fanuc controls

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because:

• $45/hr + $150/day per diem (7 days/week)
• Strong total compensation for contract work
• Opportunity to work on advanced grinding processes
• Modern equipment and structured production environment
• Stable aerospace programs with consistent work
• Strong team environment and engineering support

Pay, Contract & Schedule

Pay Range: $45.00/hour (DOE)
Per Diem: $150/day (7 days per week)

Pay Notes:

• Per diem paid daily
• Strong total weekly compensation for contract machinists

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday
• 2nd Shift 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM
• Overtime available

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