CNC Operator - Laser & Punch Press

Job Description

Job Description

At Kelly®, we’re passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one? We’re seeking a CNC Machinist – Laser / Bending (Direct Hire) to work at a premier manufacturing client in Farmington, CT . With us, it’s all about finding the job that’s just right. Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $23.00 – $43.00 per hour, plus a 15% shift differential after training. Compensation is based on experience. Shift: 2nd shift (Monday–Friday | 3:30 PM–12:00 AM). Initial training occurs on 1st shift for approximately 4–6 weeks; role transitions to 2nd shift upon completion of training. Why you should apply to be CNC Machinist – Laser / Bending:

• Competitive pay with shift differential and bonus potential.
• Direct hire opportunity with comprehensive benefits and long-term stability.
• Work with cutting-edge CNC bending, laser cutting, and punching equipment in a modern sheet metal fabrication environment.
• Opportunities for career growth, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing skill development.
• Join a collaborative team that values precision, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What’s a typical day as CNC Machinist – Laser / Bending? You’ll be:

• Setting up and operating CNC bending, laser cutting, and punching machines, including TRUMPF equipment.
• Supporting early-stage production runs—developing fixturing, machining methods, and processes.
• Reading blueprints and inspecting parts using calipers, protractors, tape measures, and other measuring tools.
• Maintaining high quality standards by ensuring parts meet specifications before proceeding to the next operation.
• Troubleshooting operating or programming issues to ensure top-quality laser-cut components.
• Sorting, staging, deburring, grinding, and cleaning sheet metal parts per production orders and drawings.
• Handling regular machine and area maintenance through 5S and TPM activities.
• Monitoring inventory levels in the sheet metal storage system.
• Operating forklifts, overhead cranes, drill presses, power tools, air tools, and grinders as needed.
• Participating in daily shop floor meetings and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lifting up to 70 lbs as required.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a minimum of 2–3 years of CNC machining experience, preferably in sheet metal fabrication.
• Are experienced in operating CNC bending, laser cutting, and punching machines (TRUMPF machine knowledge is a plus).
• Possess strong blueprint reading and basic inspection skills.
• Are comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with evolving processes.
• Are detail-oriented, organized, and committed to maintaining high quality.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Are able to work full-time and adapt to 1st and 2nd shift schedules during the training transition.
• Can lift up to 70 lbs and safely operate various manufacturing equipment.

What happens next Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be CNC Machinist – Laser / Bending today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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