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CNC Machinist

Employment Solutions of New York (ESNY)Portland, CTDirect hire$45,000

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Agency
Employment Solutions of New York (ESNY)
Location
Portland, CT
Job type
Direct hire
Pay
$45,000
Profession
CNC Machinist
Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Posted
Oct 13, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$21.63
Weekly
$865
Yearly (full-time)
$45,000

This job pays about $21.63/hour — 28% below the median for CNC Machinist jobs in Connecticut ($29.87/hour).

Estimated from the annual salary in the listing; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

CNC Machinist jobs in Connecticut right now

  • 3 open CNC Machinist jobs in Connecticut from 1 agency, 3 of them in Portland.
  • Pay in these listings: $21.63 – $26.44/hour, median $21.63/hour.
  • Typical CNC Machinist pay in Connecticut: $29.87/hour ($62,130/year, BLS).

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Job description

Position: CNC Machinist - Milling (Direct Hire)
Location: Portland, CT
Pay: $19.50-$31/hr

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+ 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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