CNC VTL Machinist

🔎At a Glance

Company: Barnes Aerospace
Location: East Granby, CT (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $28.00 – $38.00 per hour (DOE)
Shift Differential: +15% for 2nd shift
Shift: 2nd Shift | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Overtime: As needed
Experience Level: Mid–Senior Level (3–5+ years VTL machining)
Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing

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Why This Role Exists

This role supports ongoing aerospace programs that require high-precision vertical turning of rotating aircraft components. Barnes Aerospace is seeking an experienced VTL machinist who can independently set up, troubleshoot, and optimize machining processes while maintaining strict quality and safety standards on 2nd shift.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Perform complex setups and operate CNC and/or manual Vertical Turning Lathes (VTLs)
• Support both established production and NPI (New Product Introduction) jobs
• Edit programs and make process adjustments to ensure parts meet print and quality requirements
• Read and interpret blueprints, operation sheets, and technical documentation
• Machine rotating aerospace components, including plasma coatings and K/E seals
• Verify dimensions using precision measuring tools (micrometers, depth gages, height gages, verniers)
• Collaborate with Engineering on material conditions, part positioning, tooling pressure, and process optimization
• Detect and report faulty operations, materials, or quality concerns
• Support Lean manufacturing initiatives including 6S and continuous improvement
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; follow all PPE and safety requirements
• Meet production schedules and support overtime or flexible hours as needed
• Provide training and technical guidance to other machinists when required

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Machines, Controls & Equipment

You’ll work with equipment such as:

• Machines: CNC and manual VTLs, manual lathes
• Brands: Mazak, Mori-Seiki, Leblond
• Inspection Tools: Micrometers, depth gages, height gages, verniers
• Processes: Plasma coating machining, K/E seal machining

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aerospace alloys
• Coated rotating aircraft components

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What We’re Looking For

Required

• 3–5 years of machining experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of experience setting up and operating CNC and/or manual VTLs
• Strong GD&T knowledge and math skills
• Ability to edit programs and troubleshoot machining processes
• Experience machining plasma coatings and K/E seals
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
• Willingness to work overtime and flexible hours as required

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience with Mazak, Mori-Seiki, or Leblond equipment
• Willingness to learn basic CNC programming
• Experience mentoring or training other machinists
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because:

• $28–$38/hr pay range + 15% 2nd-shift differential
• Stable, long-term aerospace manufacturing programs
• Challenging VTL work on rotating aircraft components
• Strong engineering support and safety-first culture
• Environment driven by quality, precision, and continuous improvement

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $28.00 – $38.00/hour (DOE)
Shift Differential: +15% for 2nd shift

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) and additional company benefits

Schedule:

• 2nd Shift | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
• Overtime as required

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