CNC Lathe Operator

Our Company

Hartford Aircraft Products Inc (HAPI) has long been recognized as a Tier 1 leader in the manufacturing and supplier of flight critical Aerospace/Defense fasteners, components and assemblies. Operating out of our primary facility located in Bloomfield, Connecticut, HAPI offers growth and career development opportunities to enrich your talents. We are a tight nit, culture of people passionate about Aviation and Aerospace. Joining our team will provide a substantial opportunity to broaden your experience. At HAPI your are not a number, you are a valued, skilled person of which we look forward to growing with and being VERY proud of.

HAPI is part of a family of leading Precision CNC Manufacturing Companies in Connecticut focusing primarily on Aerospace & Defense. We are a Tier 1, Flight Safety Supplier to some of the Globes Top Aerospace OEMs, including Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, Honeywell Aerospace, Textron Lycoming and Sikorsky to name a few.

We are seeking to hire a talented, hard-working, and committed individual for a critical role within our company. We are looking for a well experienced professional to aid in ensuring our company continues to output best in class Aerospace Components to our Tier 1 Aerospace customers. Our machined Aerospace components include complex small machined parts as well as mission critical Aerospace Fasteners. Said individual must be comfortable in working with complex, flight safety Aerospace Components as well. Taking a role with our company means you contribute directly to supporting our valued military and commercial pilots, their lives rely on our craftsmanship and quality on a daily basis.

This position comes with the opportunity to evolve within quickly if said individual is capable and willing. Our company is scaling quickly and we are in search of unique individuals that are looking for a rewarding career, positive environment and a lot of growth potential.

Location: Bloomfield, CT

Reports to: Shop Foreman

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Machine precision aerospace parts to print and specifications using Traditional CNC lathes & Multi-Axis, Twin Spindle lathes like Nakamura.

Work from blueprints, shop routers, specifications and blueprints.

Measure, examine and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.

Efficiently set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized tools in order to perform precision machining operations.

Must strive to meet daily production quotas and work to help programming and engineering team to improve output and efficiency.

Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.

Select appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machine work.

Position and fasten work pieces.

Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated and cooled.

Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.

Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.

Maintain records and documents in process inspection data as required.

Report faulty or unusual conditions to the appropriate level of supervision.

Able to measure using common shop tools, machine tools, and engineered gaging to close tolerances.

Troubleshoot, set-up, operate and measure machine.

Performs other related duties or responsibilities as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description.

Must be a “US Citizen” as defined by US Government and able to work without restriction with ITAR related data.

Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English at a functional level.

Participate in training as required.

Perform other duties as required or directed, whether or not specifically mentioned in the job description.

5-10% Domestic Travel required.

Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English at a functional level.

Executes duties as assigned by supervisor.

Physical Demands:

Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead and bend to the floor.

Exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or

Exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or

Exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Must be able to lift, push, or pull at least 50 lbs.

Regularly required to sit, stand, reach, bend, and move about our facility

Requirements:

High school Diploma or GED.

Basic reading, writing and some advance arithmetic skills.

Ability to read and understand engineering work instructions including GD&T.

Ability to set up and operate CNC turning and milling machines.

Knowledge of appropriate speeds and feeds for materials and tools.

Manual dexterity required to operate machinery and computers.

Knowledge of Machine codes, G codes a plus.

Knowledge of Mastercam a plus.

AAP Statement

Hartford Aircraft Products Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

1st Shift
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

2nd Shift

3:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Overtime

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $32