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

Barnes Aerospace, East Hartford, CT, United States


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:

+15% 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 For
Required

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

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 Care.com membership

Discounted Calm app membership

Schedule:

Monday–Friday

2nd Shift | 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Overtime available, but not required

Apply
Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.

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