Manual Machinist – 2nd Shift | $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

At a Glance

Company: Barnes Aerospace
Location: 7 Connecticut South Dr, East Granby, CT 06026 (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $26 – $38 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Shift Differential: +15% for 2nd shift
Overtime: Available
Experience Level: Mid–Senior (3–5+ years manual machining experience)
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States
Safety Sensitive: Yes (FAA & DOT compliance required)

Barnes Aerospace is currently offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus to qualified CNC Machinists.

Bonus details will be discussed during the hiring process.

This role exists to support aerospace manufacturing and repair programs requiring skilled manual machining on complex components. At Barnes Aerospace, this position plays a key role in machining and finishing rotating aircraft parts where precision, craftsmanship, and problem-solving are critical.

In this role, you will:

• Perform complex setups and operate manual VTLs and manual lathes
• Support both production and NPI (New Product Introduction) work with minimal supervision
• Machine rotating aerospace components, including parts with plasma coatings and K/E seals
• Read and interpret blueprints, operation sheets, and machining instructions
• Verify dimensions using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, depth gages, height gages, and verniers
• Make adjustments during machining to ensure parts meet specifications
• Work closely with engineering to optimize part positioning, tooling, and machining processes
• Detect and report machining issues, material concerns, or quality deviations
• Follow Lean manufacturing practices and maintain organized, safe work areas
• Provide training and technical guidance to other machinists when required

You’ll work with equipment such as:

• Machines: Manual VTLs and manual lathes
• Equipment Brands: Mazak, Mori Seiki, Leblond (and similar)
• Inspection Tools: Micrometers, depth gages, height gages, verniers, and other precision measuring tools

• Inconel
• Titanium
• Stainless Steel
• Aerospace-grade alloys
• Coated aerospace components (plasma coatings, K/E seals)

• 3–5+ years of manual machining experience in an aerospace or high-precision environment
• Experience setting up and operating manual VTLs and/or manual lathes
• Strong math skills and understanding of GD&T
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and operation sheets
• Experience working with tight tolerances
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a team-based manufacturing environment

• Experience machining plasma coatings and K/E seals
• Experience with Mazak, Mori Seiki, or Leblond machines
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Willingness to learn CNC programming

Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because:

• Stable aerospace manufacturing and repair programs
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-value rotating components
• Strong engineering support and team collaboration
• Competitive pay with 15% shift differential
• Clean, structured, and safety-focused environment
• Opportunities to expand skills and grow within the company
• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Pay Range: $26 – $38/hr (DOE)
Pay Notes: +15% shift differential for 2nd shift

Additional

Incentives:

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month following start date
• 401(k) with 50% match on the first 6%
• 4% retirement contribution deposited into the 401(k) plan
• Quarterly incentive opportunities
• Yearly performance bonus
• 100% education reimbursement after 1 year
• PTO: 2 weeks in year one plus 4 floating holidays
• Flex time program
• Discounted  membership
• Discounted Calm app membership

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday
• 2nd Shift | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
• Overtime available

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.