CNC Machinist - New Brighton

At a Glance

• Company: Howmet Aerospace
• Location: New Brighton, Minnesota
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Pay Range: $25 – $40/hr (based on experience)
• Shift: 2nd Shift
• Shift Differential: +20%
• Overtime: Paid after 8 hours per day
• Experience Level: Entry to Mid-Level
• Work Authorization: U.S. work authorization required (no visa sponsorship)

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support ongoing production demand within Howmet’s aerospace structures business. At Howmet Aerospace, machinists play a critical role in producing precision components and assemblies used in aerospace and defense applications—where quality, consistency, and accountability are non-negotiable.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Plan materials and determine machining and assembly sequences
• Set up and operate machining equipment to produce precision parts
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Perform machining, fitting, alignment, and assembly operations
• Complete secondary operations including drilling, tapping, deburring, and finishing
• Inspect parts using precision measuring tools to verify conformance
• Complete production, inspection, and quality documentation accurately
• Troubleshoot machining or assembly issues and support process improvements
• Work closely with engineering, quality, and inspection teams
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace following 5S principles
• Support continuous improvement efforts and mentor junior machinists when needed

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Machines, Controls & Inspection

You’ll work with equipment and systems such as:

• Machines: CNC mills, lathes, and grinding equipment (3-, 4-, or 5-axis)
• Controls: Siemens, Fanuc
• Inspection Tools: CMMs, height gages, micrometers, indicators

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What We’re Looking For

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of machinist experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Basic setup and operation experience on machine tools
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Preferred (Not Required):

• Technical or trade school certificate with 2+ years’ experience, or 6+ years total experience
• Experience with multi-axis milling, turning, or grinding
• Intermediate GD&T interpretation skills
• Experience using ERP systems
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aerospace-grade metals including titanium and other high-performance alloys

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Howmet Aerospace because:

• Work is meaningful and tied directly to aerospace and defense programs
• Clean, organized, safety-focused manufacturing environment
• Competitive pay with strong shift differential and overtime structure
• Exceptional benefits starting Day 1
• Long-term stability with a global aerospace leader

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

• Pay: $25 – $40/hr DOE
• Shift Differential: 20%
• Overtime: Paid after 8 hours/day
• Medical, Dental, Vision: Day 1 eligibility
• 401(k): 4.2% match + additional 3% company contribution (7.2% total)
• Target Performance Pay: 5%
• PTO + 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 3 weeks at 100% pay
• Life Insurance & Employee Assistance Program

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Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.
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