Manual Machinist - Lathe
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Production
Join Our Team as a Manual Machinist – Lathe Operator!
Location:
East Windsor, CT Division:
Ethos Energy Aerospace & Defense Shifts Available: 1st or 2nd
Are you ready to take your machining skills to the next level? Ethos Energy’s FAA-regulated Aerospace & Defense workshop is looking for a talented Manual Machinist – Lathe Operator to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to work in a high-precision environment where quality and innovation meet!
What You’ll Do- Set up and operate a variety of machine shop equipment with confidence and precision.
- Create tools and fixtures that keep our operations running smoothly.
- Work with diverse materials and apply your programming skills as needed.
- Take ownership of your tasks with full authority to deliver exceptional results.
- Experience Preferred: 2–4 years working with manual machining on lathes and/or CNC trained with willingness to learn Manual-Lathe machining operations
- Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required per FAA regulations.
- A passion for craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- Be part of a team that powers critical aerospace and defense solutions.
- Enjoy a collaborative, safety-first culture in an FAA-regulated environment.
- Competitive pay and benefits, plus opportunities to grow your career.
- Perform quality work on conventional operated milling machines, lathes, and surface grinding machines
- Use of Measuring and Test Equipment to ensure all dimensional requirements are met
- Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines
- Work from and follow blueprints, diagrams, & written process instructions
- Work with engineers, production personnel, and others to resolve issues
- Inspect and document machinery for any needed repairs
- Make minor repairs on machinery as needed
- Any other duties as required by the Company
- Knowledge of Company’s Policies & Procedures
- Knowledge of HS&E policy and able to interpret HS&E warnings
- Knowledge and Skilled in computer software (MS Office, Word, Excel and internet navigation)
- Knowledge of machine shop equipment (CNC machines, lathes, mills EDM, etc.)
- Knowledge of machine shop theory, shop mathematics and layout techniques
- Skilled in Oral and Written Communication (English)
- Skilled in the use of dimensional measuring equipment
- Skilled in setting up, programming and operating machine shop equipment (CNC machines, lathes, mills, EDM, etc.)
- Ability to machine and measure to close tolerances (.0002”) as required
- Ability to read complex blueprint specifications, charts, and follow work orders and engineering instructions as necessary
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.5
- Ability to read and write the English language per FAA regulations
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to problem solve repair/overhaul problems
Ability to work under limited supervision - Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet company deadlines
- Ability to focus on results, even when dealing with diverse, complex tasks for different jobs and projects
- 2 - 4 years’ experience manual machining on lathes
- College or vocational high school education in machining and machining practices
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Certificate of completion of college or high school machining courses.
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Good dexterity (grip, grasp, clutch)
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to sit/stand for up to 8 hours a day
- Supportive company culture that values its employees
- On-Site Gym & Fitness Center
- Paid Time Off & Holidays Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus!
- Personal Development & Career Succession Planning
- Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs
Ethos Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
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