CNC Machinist - Milling

Position: CNC Machinist – Milling (Direct Hire)
Location: Portland, CT

AimHire is hiring a CNC Machinist (Milling) for an aerospace manufacturer in Portland, CT! This company makes precision-engineered airfoils and components for aviation and turbine applications. Its parts go into critical aerospace systems that have to meet strict standards for performance, durability, and reliability.

They want a hard-working, detail-oriented machinist who takes pride in quality work. You’ll produce complex, tight-tolerance aerospace components across multiple manufacturing cells, working from blueprints and GD&T to make sure every part meets spec. Ideally you have 3–8 years of CNC experience, and setup experience is a plus. 

This is an on-site, direct hire position paying $19.50–$31/hr based on experience, with regular overtime at 40–45 hours per week. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) with match, and bonus potential. 

Schedule

• Monday – Friday: 7:00am – 3:30pm (40–45 hours/week)

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills and other machines to produce complex, tight-tolerance aerospace components
• Plan production by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters
• Read and apply GD&T to make sure dimensions and tolerances are correct on the finished product
• Inspect finished parts with precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures to confirm they conform to spec
• Keep productivity high across multiple manufacturing cells
• Maintain quality and safety standards, keep accurate records, and maintain equipment and supplies
• Contribute to process improvement

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3–8 years of CNC machining experience (milling and aerospace experience a plus)
• Setup experience a plus
• Working knowledge of GD&T and blueprint reading
• Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators, depth gauges, and gauge blocks
• Shop math skills, including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions
• Accurate, detail-oriented, and quality-conscious
• Strong communication skills and a strong work ethic
• Willing to work overtime (40–45 hours/week)
• Must live locally or be willing to relocate on your own (no relocation assistance)

AimHire is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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