CNC Milling Machinist - 2nd Shift (Multi-Axis)

At a Glance

Company: Barnes Aerospace
Location: East Hartford, CT 06108 (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $28 - $38 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: 2nd Shift Monday-Friday 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Shift Differential: % for 2nd shift
Overtime: Available, but not required
Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior (3+ years CNC milling experience)

Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support ongoing aerospace production demand across complex multi-axis milling operations. At Barnes Aerospace, this position plays a key role in machining precision aerospace components with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and craftsmanship.

The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC multi-axis milling machines in a high-precision aerospace environment
• Run complex milling jobs with minimal supervision while ensuring parts meet print and process requirements
• Perform job changeovers and make adjustments as needed to maintain part quality
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and operation sheets
• Work with standard and geometric tolerances on aerospace components
• Verify dimensions using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, depth gages, height gages, and dial calipers
• Hold tight tolerances on precision machined parts
• Support repeat production work while maintaining quality and throughput
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to solve machining issues and keep work moving

Machines, Controls & Software

You'll work with equipment such as:

• Machines: Multi-axis CNC milling machines, including equipment from Doosan, Mazak, Okuma, Matsuura, Mori Seiki, and Johnford
• Controls: Fanuc and other CNC controls depending on machine
• Inspection Tools: Micrometers, depth gages, height gages, dial calipers, and other standard precision measuring tools

Materials You'll Work With

• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Inconel
• Other aerospace alloys

What We're Looking ForRequired

• 3+ years of experience setting up and operating CNC multi-axis milling machines
• Strong blueprint reading skills and understanding of GD&T
• Experience performing job setups and changeovers on CNC equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and solid math skills
• Ability to hold tight tolerances and inspect your own work
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a team-based aerospace manufacturing environment

Preferred (Not Required)

• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Experience machining larger precision parts
• Experience with multi-axis milling in a high-precision environment

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because:

• Stable aerospace work with long-term programs
• Clean, professional manufacturing environment
• Modern equipment and advanced machining work
• Competitive pay plus 15% shift differential
• Overtime is available, but not required
• Strong benefits package
• Opportunities to continue growing your machining skills in a precision-focused shop

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $28 - $38/hr (DOE)
Pay Notes: 15% shift differential for 2nd shift

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month following start date
• 401(k) with 50% match on the first 6%
• 4% retirement contribution deposited into the 401(k) plan
• Quarterly incentive opportunities
• Yearly performance bonus
• 100% education reimbursement after 1 year
• PTO: 2 weeks in year one plus 4 floating holidays
• Flex time program
• Discounted membership
• Discounted Calm app membership

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday
• 2nd Shift 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM
• Overtime available, but not required

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