Demo

Machinist 2 / Developing Machinist

Connecticut Spring & Stamping
Farmington, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 10/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2026

Job Title

Machinist 2 / Developing Machinist 

Job Number

51-4041.00 

Department

Operations

Reports to

Department Supervisor


Primary Position Objectives

Performs routine machining work independently but is not yet a fully skilled or advanced machinist. 


Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Description of Duties


  • Set up and operate conventional or CNC machines with limited supervision. 
  • Read and understand blueprints, drawings, and basic GD&T. 
  • Select and use appropriate cutting tools, work holding, speeds and feeds for routine jobs. 
  • Make basic machine offsets and adjustments to maintain dimensions. 
  • Use common inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators and comparators. 
  • Understand tolerances and dimensional requirements and recognize when a part is out of specification. 
  • Complete routine setups using established procedures but may need assistance with more complicated setups. 
  • Troubleshoot basic machining problems such as tool wear, poor finish, dimensional drift or chatter. 
  • Follow documented processes and quality requirements without constant supervision. 
  • Perform routine machine maintenance and keep the work area organized. 
  • Ask for assistance appropriately when encountering an unfamiliar drawing, material, machine setup or machining problem.

Other

  • Maintains adherence to company policies, environmental and safety standards, and good housekeeping standards.
  • Observes Company processes and makes recommendations for improvement
  • May be required to assist or otherwise instruct other personnel.
  • Performs other duties as may be required.
  • Attendance is an essential function of the job.


Qualifications

 

Education/Experience

  • High School, Trade School graduate or demonstrated equivalent skills.
  • Must be able to understand the process and make reasonable decisions within established parameters. 
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
  • Ability to select appropriate tooling, make basic machine adjustments, and inspect work to specified tolerances. 
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to make independent judgment decisions.

Physical Requirements

  • Visual ability (corrected) to read directions and prints and to inspect parts closely to ensure that they meet specifications.
  • Manual dexterity is sufficient to operate machinery for precision work.
  • Physical ability to do work requires frequent stooping and bending.
  • Ability to lift objects from lower to a higher position or move horizontally from 

position-to-position.

  • Ability to lift to 35 lbs. unassisted



The above description reflects a general outline considered necessary to describe the principle function of the job identified. It shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job

Salary : $28 - $40

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Machinist 2 / Developing Machinist?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Machinist 2 / Developing Machinist career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$51,669 - $66,452
Income Estimation: 
$53,120 - $69,174
Income Estimation: 
$50,113 - $64,377
Income Estimation: 
$61,656 - $78,069
Income Estimation: 
$59,875 - $77,824
Income Estimation: 
$51,669 - $66,452
Income Estimation: 
$53,120 - $69,174
Income Estimation: 
$50,113 - $64,377
Income Estimation: 
$61,656 - $78,069
Income Estimation: 
$59,875 - $77,824
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Connecticut Spring & Stamping

  • Connecticut Spring & Stamping Farmington, CT
  • Job Title Apprentice / Tool & Die Maker Production Job Number 51-4111.00 Department Fourslide / APP / SECPP / ASSY Reports to Manager/Leader Primary Positi... more
  • 10 Days Ago

  • Connecticut Spring & Stamping Farmington, CT
  • Job Title Quality Technician-1 Job Number 51-9061.00 Department Quality Control Reports to Quality Assurance Supervisor Primary Position Objectives Perform... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • Connecticut Spring & Stamping Farmington, CT
  • Job Title Estimating Engineer Job Number 13-1051.00 Department Sales Reports to Director of Technical Sales Engineering Primary Position Objectives To perf... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • Connecticut Spring & Stamping Farmington, CT
  • Job Title Tool & Die Maker / Fourslide Job Number 51-4111.00 Department Fourslide Reports to Department Supervisor / Technical Lead Primary Position Object... more
  • 14 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Machinist 2 / Developing Machinist jobs in the Farmington, CT area that may be a better fit.

  • BOSS ProStaffing Farmington, CT
  • The Machinist will report to the Manufacturing Manager and operate equipment including auto power presses, power presses, spring machines, and grinding mac... more
  • 18 Days Ago

  • Perry Technology Corporation New Hartford, CT
  • Perry Technology Corporation is a manufacturer that specializes in the production of gears, and precise aerospace components. We have been in business for ... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!