
CNC Operator Laser / Bending
Kelly, Farmington, CT, United States
CNC Operator
Laser / Bending
Kelly Services is hiring CNC Machine Operators (Sheet Metal Fabrication) in Farmington, CT!
If you enjoy precision manufacturing and working with advanced CNC equipment, this role puts you at the center of modern sheet metal production. You'll set up and operate CNC bending, laser cutting, and punching machines while supporting early production runs where processes are still evolving.
You'll join a collaborative manufacturing team that values precision, accountability, and continuous improvement, with clear pathways for long-term growth.
What You'll Do
Set up and operate CNC bending, laser cutting, and punching machines
Support initial production runs, assisting with fixturing, machining methods, and process development
Read blueprints and inspect parts using calipers, protractors, tape measures, and other measuring tools
Maintain high-quality standards by ensuring parts meet specifications before moving to the next operation
Assist with troubleshooting operating or programming issues on laser-cut parts
Sort, stage, deburr, grind, and clean sheet metal parts per production orders and drawings
Maintain machines and work areas through regular 5S and TPM activities
Monitor sheet metal inventory levels within the storage system
Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, drill presses, power tools, air tools, and grinders as needed
Participate in daily shop floor meetings and contribute to continuous improvement project
Lift up to 70 lbs as required
What You'll Bring
23+ years of CNC machining experience (sheet metal preferred)
Experience operating bending, laser cutting, and punching machines
Strong blueprint reading and basic inspection skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Detail-oriented, organized, and quality-focused mindset
High school diploma or equivalent
Schedule & Pay
MondayFriday | 3:30 PM12:00 AM | Full-Time
$23.33$43.75/hr DOE + 15% shift differential (after training)
Direct Hire | Full Benefits | Evening Shift
Training begins on the 1st shift (approximately 46 weeks), then transitions to 2nd shift once completed.
Benefits
Competitive pay + bonus potential
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA & FSA options
Paid time off, holidays, and sick time
Tuition reimbursement & career growth opportunities
Stable, long-term opportunity with a strong team environment
If you have experience in CNC or sheet metal fabrication and enjoy precision work, teamwork, and continuous improvement, apply today to join a high-performance manufacturing operation right here in Farmington.
Laser / Bending
Kelly Services is hiring CNC Machine Operators (Sheet Metal Fabrication) in Farmington, CT!
If you enjoy precision manufacturing and working with advanced CNC equipment, this role puts you at the center of modern sheet metal production. You'll set up and operate CNC bending, laser cutting, and punching machines while supporting early production runs where processes are still evolving.
You'll join a collaborative manufacturing team that values precision, accountability, and continuous improvement, with clear pathways for long-term growth.
What You'll Do
Set up and operate CNC bending, laser cutting, and punching machines
Support initial production runs, assisting with fixturing, machining methods, and process development
Read blueprints and inspect parts using calipers, protractors, tape measures, and other measuring tools
Maintain high-quality standards by ensuring parts meet specifications before moving to the next operation
Assist with troubleshooting operating or programming issues on laser-cut parts
Sort, stage, deburr, grind, and clean sheet metal parts per production orders and drawings
Maintain machines and work areas through regular 5S and TPM activities
Monitor sheet metal inventory levels within the storage system
Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, drill presses, power tools, air tools, and grinders as needed
Participate in daily shop floor meetings and contribute to continuous improvement project
Lift up to 70 lbs as required
What You'll Bring
23+ years of CNC machining experience (sheet metal preferred)
Experience operating bending, laser cutting, and punching machines
Strong blueprint reading and basic inspection skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Detail-oriented, organized, and quality-focused mindset
High school diploma or equivalent
Schedule & Pay
MondayFriday | 3:30 PM12:00 AM | Full-Time
$23.33$43.75/hr DOE + 15% shift differential (after training)
Direct Hire | Full Benefits | Evening Shift
Training begins on the 1st shift (approximately 46 weeks), then transitions to 2nd shift once completed.
Benefits
Competitive pay + bonus potential
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA & FSA options
Paid time off, holidays, and sick time
Tuition reimbursement & career growth opportunities
Stable, long-term opportunity with a strong team environment
If you have experience in CNC or sheet metal fabrication and enjoy precision work, teamwork, and continuous improvement, apply today to join a high-performance manufacturing operation right here in Farmington.