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

🔎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)

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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.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• 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

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Machines, Controls & Software

• Machines: Mazak, Okuma, Doosan, Mori Seiki turning centers
• Controls: Fanuc
• Inspection Tools: Micrometers, dial indicators, gauges, profilometers

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Inconel
• Titanium
• Stainless Steel
• Aluminum

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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

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

• Stable aerospace programs
• Modern CNC equipment
• Clean, organized shop
• 15% shift differential
• Opportunity to grow skills across machines

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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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