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CNC Turning Machinist – 2nd Shift (Mazak / Okuma / Fanuc)

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 (DOE)
Shift:

2nd Shift | Monday–Friday | 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Shift Differential:

+15%
Overtime:

Available (not required)
Experience Level:

Mid–Senior (3–10+ years CNC machining)

Why This Role Exists
This role exists to support growing aerospace production demand across precision turning operations. At Barnes Aerospace, this position plays a key role in machining forged aerospace components to tight tolerances for long‑term commercial and defense programs.

The Work You’ll Be Doing

Set up and operate CNC turning centers in a production environment

Run multiple machines within a machining cell when feasible

Machine aerospace forgings and components to tight tolerances (±.001”)

Read and interpret blueprints, tool setup sheets, and operation instructions

Perform first‑piece and in‑process inspection using precision tools

Load and unload parts manually or using hoists

Adjust offsets, replace tooling, and troubleshoot machining issues

Maintain quality and safety standards throughout production

Machines, Controls & Software

Machines:

Mazak, Okuma, Doosan, Mori Seiki turning centers

Controls:

Fanuc

Inspection Tools:

Micrometers, dial indicators, gauges, profilometers

Materials You’ll Work With

Inconel

Titanium

Stainless Steel

Aluminum

What We’re Looking For
Required:

3+ years CNC turning experience

Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T

Experience with setups, offsets, and tool changes

Comfortable holding tight tolerances

Strong problem‑solving and attention to detail

Preferred:

Aerospace machining experience

Multi‑machine / cell experience

Fanuc control familiarity

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Stable aerospace programs

Modern CNC equipment

Clean, organized shop

15% shift differential

Opportunity to grow skills across machines

Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range:

$28 – $38/hr (DOE)
Shift Differential:

+15%

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision (start 1st of month after hire)

401(k): 50% match on first 6% + 4% annual contribution

PTO: 2 weeks + 4 floating holidays

Quarterly incentives + annual bonus potential

100% education reimbursement after 1 year

Flex time program

Care.com + Calm app discounts

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Overtime available (not required)

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