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Senior CNC Machinist
Superior Skilled TradesUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Nov 2025
💰 $80,000/yr($70,000/yr – $80,000/yr)
About the role
DIRECT HIRE: A fantastic opportunity for a leader and team-player to join a dynamic team in the Farmington, CT. area. The Senior CNC Machinist is responsible for performing precision Jig Grinding as the primary function, ensuring the highest levels of accuracy and quality in toolmaking and machining operations. The candidate also operates and maintains various types of equipment including manual milling machines, CNC milling machines, OD grinders, and surface grinders. The Senior CNC Machinist utilizes advanced measurement techniques and inspection tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
Hourly Range: $35hr - $40hr
Base hours: M - F, 8am - 5pm (flexible)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, PTO, Holidays
Role & Responsibilities:
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Hourly Range: $35hr - $40hr
Base hours: M - F, 8am - 5pm (flexible)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, PTO, Holidays
Role & Responsibilities:
- Perform precision Jig Grinding operations to tight tolerances on a variety of components
- Operate manual and CNC milling machines, OD grinders, and surface grinders as needed to support production and tooling requirements
- Set up and maintain equipment, ensuring accurate alignment and calibration
- Read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and geometric tolerances
- Use sine plates and other precision setup tools to achieve required angles and dimensions
- Apply advanced math and trigonometry skills to calculate dimensions, setups, and offsets without assistance
- Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, indicators, and height gauges
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, following all safety and quality procedures
- Collaborate with engineering and quality departments to resolve machining and tooling challenges
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to process optimization
- Must possess at least 4 years of Senior/Lead experience
- Strong experience in precision Jig Grinding (preferred)
- Proficiency in manual machining, CNC milling, OD and surface grinding
- Skilled in the use of sine plates, indicators, and precision measuring tool
- Solid understanding of trigonometry and machining mathematic
- Toolmaking background or equivalent experience in precision manufacturing
- Willingness to perform Jig Grinding as the primary daily task
- Consideration given to experienced toolmakers interested in training for Jig Grinding
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