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CNC Milling Machinist – 1st & 2nd Shift (3, 4, 5-Axis)

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:
1st Shift:

Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
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 milling experience)
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Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support precision aerospace manufacturing programs across multi-axis milling operations. At Barnes Aerospace, this position plays a key role in producing complex components using modern CNC equipment in a structured, team-based environment.
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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:
Set up and operate

3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling machines
Run multiple machines within machining cells when feasible
Perform job setups, changeovers, and tooling adjustments
Read and interpret blueprints, operation sheets, and CNC programs at the machine
Machine aerospace components from raw material to finished part
Work with hard metals including

Inconel, Titanium, and Stainless Steel
Load parts and fixtures manually or using hoists and lifting equipment
Use Fanuc controls and make offsets as required by the program
Perform in-process inspection using precision measuring tools
Hold tight tolerances (thousandths) on precision components
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues and improve processes
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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:
Machines:

Multi-axis CNC milling machines from Doosan, Mazak, Okuma, Matsuura, Mori Seiki, and Johnford
Controls:

Fanuc
Inspection Tools:

Gauges, swing gauges, calipers, micrometers
Equipment:

Hoists, fixtures, right-angle heads
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Materials You’ll Work With

Inconel
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Aerospace-grade alloys
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What We’re Looking For

Required

3+ years of CNC milling experience (multi-axis preferred)
Experience setting up and operating CNC machines
Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T
Strong math skills and mechanical aptitude
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)

Aerospace manufacturing experience
Experience running multiple machines in a cell environment
Experience working with exotic materials
Familiarity with Fanuc controls
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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because:
Stable aerospace manufacturing programs
Modern multi-axis CNC equipment
Opportunities to work on complex, high-precision parts
Competitive pay with 2nd shift differential
Strong team environment and engineering support
Opportunities to expand skills and grow within the company
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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:
1st Shift: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
2nd Shift: Monday–Friday | 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Overtime available
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Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.

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