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CNC Grinding Machinist – 2nd Shift (HEDG / Precision Grinding)

Barnes Aerospace, East Granby, CT, United States


At a Glance

Company:

Barnes Aerospace
Location:

39 Bradley Park Rd, East Granby, CT 06026 (on-site)
Job Type:

Full-Time
Pay Range:

$26 – $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
Experience Level:

Mid–Senior (3+ years CNC grinding or machining experience)

Why This Role Exists
This role exists to support precision aerospace manufacturing programs requiring advanced grinding operations. At Barnes Aerospace, this position plays a key role in finishing complex components to tight tolerances using high-efficiency deep grinding (HEDG) and other precision grinding processes.

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

Other aerospace-grade materials

What We’re Looking For
Required

3+ years of CNC grinding or machining experience

Experience setting up and operating CNC equipment

Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T

Strong mechanical aptitude and math skills

Experience working with 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 such as Inconel or Rene alloys

Familiarity with Fanuc controls

Why Machinists Like Working Here
Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because:

Stable aerospace manufacturing programs

Opportunity to work on advanced grinding processes

Modern equipment and structured production environment

Competitive pay with 15% shift differential

Opportunities to expand skills in precision machining

Strong team environment and engineering support

Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range:

$26 – $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

Apply
Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.

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