
CNC Machinist – 1st or 2nd Shift (Aerospace Manufacturing)
🔎At a Glance
Company: Barnes Aerospace
Location: Ogden, UT (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $20.00 – $31.50 per hour (DOE)
Shift:
- 1st Shift: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- 2nd Shift: Available (+12% shift differential)
Schedule: 5-4/9 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Overtime: As needed
Experience Level: Entry to Mid-Level (1–3 years machining experience)
Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing
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Why This Role Exists
This role exists to support steady aerospace production demand while maintaining Barnes Aerospace’s high standards for precision, quality, and on-time delivery. As a CNC Machinist, you’ll contribute directly to the manufacture of critical aerospace components, working across multiple machining processes in a structured, safety-focused environment.
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The Work You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
- Set up and operate CNC mills and CNC lathes through various stages of production
- Perform multiple machining operations including milling, drilling, boring, tapping, sawing, and grinding
- Hold close tolerances while producing precision components to customer specifications
- Use calibrated measuring tools and inspection equipment to verify part quality
- Complete production documentation and quality checklists accurately
- Troubleshoot tooling, machining, and process-related issues
- Collaborate with toolmakers, engineers, program managers, and quality teams
- Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and accountability
- Support continuous improvement efforts across machining processes
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Machines, Controls & Equipment
You’ll work with equipment such as:
- Machines: CNC mills, CNC lathes, manual mills, manual lathes, grinders, saws
- Processes: Milling, drilling, boring, tapping, grinding
- Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools
- Hand Tools: Grinders, belt sanders, band saws, drill presses
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Materials You’ll Work With
- Aluminum
- Steel alloys
- Aerospace-grade materials
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What We’re Looking For
Required
- 1–3 years of machining experience
- Solid work history, including 2+ years with a recent or previous employer
- Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T
- Experience troubleshooting tooling and machining issues
- Strong attendance, reliability, and safety mindset
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Ability to read and follow written work instructions and safety procedures
Preferred (Not Required)
- Aerospace manufacturing experience
- Experience operating both CNC and manual machines
- Technical or vocational machining education
- Desire to continue learning and expanding machining skills
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Why Machinists Like Working Here
Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because:
- Stable aerospace work with consistent scheduling
- Every other Friday off with a 5-4/9 schedule
- Competitive pay with 2nd-shift differential
- Opportunity to build skills across multiple machines and processes
- Team-based culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Clean, structured manufacturing environment
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Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range: $20.00 – $31.50/hour (DOE)
Shift Differential: +12% for 2nd shift
Benefits Include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) and additional company benefits
Schedule:
- 5-4/9 schedule (9-hour shifts)
- Every other Friday off
- 1st and 2nd shift options available
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Apply
Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.
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Years of experience
- 1 - 2 years of experience
Salary range
- 31-35 / hour