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Machinist 2nd/3rd Shift + Signing Bonus

DRT Holdings, LLC · Winsted, CT · 4 wk ago
ManagementFull-time

Location: Winsted, CT

Schedule

  • 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
  • 3rd Shift: Monday–Friday, 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM
  • Overtime available

Pay

Weekly and competitive pay, plus overtime and benefits including 401k (available from day one).

Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate CNC Lathes, Horizontal Machining Centers (HMCs), and Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs)
  • Perform machine setups, tooling changes, work offsets, and first-piece inspections
  • Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements
  • Manufacture precision aerospace components to tight tolerances
  • Conduct in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring tools
  • Make tooling and program adjustments to maintain quality and production standards
  • Troubleshoot machining and tooling issues and implement corrective actions
  • Monitor tooling performance and identify opportunities for process improvement
  • Accurately complete production, inspection, and quality documentation
  • Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to meet customer expectations and delivery schedules
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment
  • Experience setting up and operating CNC Lathes, HMCs, and/or VMCs
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T callouts
  • Proficiency using precision measuring instruments
  • Ability to hold tight tolerances; aerospace-level experience preferred
  • Strong understanding of tooling, machining processes, speeds, and feeds
  • Ability to diagnose machining issues and make independent process adjustments
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
  • Dependable attendance and a strong safety mindset

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Fanuc, Haas, Mazatrol, Okuma, Makino, Mori Seiki, or similar controls
  • Multi-axis machining experience (4-axis/5-axis)
  • CNC programming or G-code editing experience
  • CAM software experience
  • Technical machining education or apprenticeship background

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