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Manual and CNC VTL Machinist (3 - 6 month Contract)

Manual and CNC VTL Machinist (3 - 6 month Contract)

Barnes Aerospace
locationEast Granby, CT, USA
PublishedPublished: 11/17/2025
CNC Machinist
Contract
3 - 5 years of experience
41-45 / hour

Job Details

Description

Core Responsibilities:

  • Perform complex set ups, edit and operate established and NPI jobs with minimal supervision ensuring parts conform to specifications and requirements. Make modifications or adjustments as necessary.
  • Verify dimensions using standard measuring instruments, such as micrometers, depth gage, height gage, and vernier
  • Read and interpret blueprints and operations sheets.
  • Familiar with Lean practices, 6S, and contributing to a continuous improvement environment.
  • Follow all safety requirements regarding machine operation including proper guarding.
  • Work flexible hours and overtime to meet customer deadlines and commitments.
  • Meet customer production scheduling requirements.
  • Work with engineering department regarding material conditions, best positioning of part, tool pressure, etc. as required.
  • Detect faulty operations and materials and report these along with other problems to immediate supervisor.
  • Maintain good housekeeping practices on machines and in work area. Comply with all company and safety rules and regulations. Wear necessary personal protective equipment as required.
  • Provide training to others as required.

Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years of experience machining in an aerospace environment.
  • Three (3) or more years of experience setting up and operating Manual VTL’s and manual lathes
  • Needs to be familiar with VTL and manual lathes such as Mazak, Mori-Seiki and Leblond.
  • Experience in machining plasma coatings and K/E seals on rotating aircraft parts.
  • Strong mathematical skills and knowledge of GD&T.
  • Familiar with Statistical Process Control (SPC).
  • Willing to learn basic CNC Programming.
  • Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to solve complex issues.
  • Able to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word.

Hours: 3:00PM - 11:30 PM

Education Requirements:

  • High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

This position is a safety sensitive position. Applicant must comply with all applicable FAA and DOT drug and alcohol testing rules.

Years of experience

  • 3 - 5 years of experience

Salary range

  • 41-45 / hour

CNC Controls Experience

  • Fanuc