Cnc Machinist

CNC Turning Machinist

This role produces precision aerospace components by operating CNC turning machines within a lean manufacturing flow line. You will perform value-added machining operations, follow standardized work instructions, and ensure compliance with engineering specifications and aerospace quality standards. You will actively support continuous production flow by monitoring machining processes, identifying abnormalities, and preventing defects from moving downstream, while also contributing to the creation, maintenance, training, coaching, and improvement of standard work.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC turning machines to produce precision aerospace components in accordance with engineering specifications and aerospace quality standards.
• Perform value-added machining operations on a lean manufacturing flow line while following standardized work instructions.
• Monitor machining processes continuously to maintain steady production flow and quickly identify abnormalities or process deviations.
• Prevent defects from moving downstream by inspecting work, recognizing nonconformances, and taking corrective action promptly.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to set up and run CNC turning operations accurately.
• Use precision measurement tools to verify dimensions, tolerances, and quality of machined components.
• Support the creation, maintenance, and improvement of standard work for CNC turning operations.
• Participate in training and coaching activities to help standardize best practices across the production line.
• Collaborate with team members and support a lean production environment focused on continuous improvement.
• Work with or alongside CNC mills, lathes, EDM machines, and multi-axis turning equipment as needed to support production.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of CNC turning experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Hands-on experience operating CNC lathes in a production environment.
• Experience working within a lean manufacturing or flow line environment.
• Ability to follow standardized work instructions and adhere to aerospace quality standards.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify machining abnormalities and defects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Aerospace machining experience.
• Familiarity with Fanuc CNC controls.
• Experience with multi-axis turning equipment.
• Experience operating CNC milling machines and performing CNC milling set-ups.
• Experience operating EDM machines and working as an EDM machine operator.
• Experience in CNC turning set-up work, including tooling and program adjustments.
• Comfort working with both CNC mills and lathes in a production environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that is investing heavily in its operations and equipment, including the launch of a new flow line. The company is expanding its machining team significantly, creating strong opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement. You will work in an environment that supports continuous improvement, values skilled trades professionals, and provides the stability and resources of a well-funded organization.

Work Environment

You will work in a lean production environment focused on continuous flow and standardized work. The facility operates CNC turning machines, CNC mills, EDM equipment, and multi-axis turning systems to produce aerospace components. The work setting emphasizes process discipline and quality, but no specific medical examinations, personal protective equipment, or formal certifications are required by the employer for this role. The environment is designed to support collaboration, training, and coaching on the production floor, with a strong focus on maintaining consistent processes and high-quality output.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of South Windsor, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $83200.00/yr. Medical, Dental, Vision - I have template of their benefits

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in South Windsor,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.