Tool Maker; Turning​/Lathe | Aerospace Precision Machining

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Shift Available:

• 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Overtime Available

Compensation:Competitive Salary + 15% Shift Differential for off-shift hours + Overtime Available + Benefits Day #1

Must live within a commutable distance to the plant, no relocation package offered.

We are seeking a highly skilled Tool Maker / CNC Turning (Lathe) Machinist to support advanced aerospace manufacturing in Connecticut—one of the most competitive and high-precision machining regions in the U.S.

This is a hands-on, high-accountability role working with tight-tolerance aerospace components where accuracy, craftsmanship, and problem-solving directly impact production success.

If you’re a strong lathe machinist, toolmaker, or CNC turning specialist who thrives in a precision-driven environment, this is where your skill set gets challenged—and valued.

What You’ll Do

As a Tool Maker specializing in Turning / Lathe, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC lathes / turning centers to produce complex aerospace components
• Work from blueprints, GD&T, setup sheets, and work instructions
• Perform tight-tolerance machining (often ±.001” or tighter)
• Conduct in-process and first-piece inspections using precision measuring tools
• Troubleshoot setups, tooling, and offsets to maintain quality and efficiency
• Support continuous improvement in machining methods, tooling, and cycle time reduction
• Maintain compliance with aerospace quality and production standards

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in CNC lathe / turning OR toolmaking environments
• Strong ability to set up jobs independently (not just operate machines)
• Deep understanding of blueprints, GD&T, and precision measuring tools
• Experience with aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing preferred
• Comfort working with materials such as stainless, titanium, Inconel, and alloys
• Strong problem-solving mindset on the shop floor (not just button pushing)

What You Get

• Competitive pay based on experience + shift premium (where applicable)
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
• Paid time off + holidays
• Stable, long-term aerospace manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work on high-precision, flight‑critical components

Why This Role Stands Out

• Aerospace industry stability in a high-demand Connecticut manufacturing market
• Work on complex, low-volume, high-precision components
• Exposure to multi-axis turning environments and advanced machining systems
• Career growth into lead machinist, setup specialist, or programming pathways
• Clean, structured, quality-focused manufacturing environment

Why Join Us

We don’t just run machines—we build precision systems that support aerospace performance standards. You’ll be part of a team where skill matters more than speed alone, and where experienced machinists are respected for what they can solve, not just what they can run.