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Entry-Level Machinist

Fastenal
Wallingford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 12/10/2025 CLOSED ON 3/29/2026

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Job Description

Entry-Level Machinist
61 Barnes Industrial Park North, Wallingford, CT 06492
CT180 Manufacturing Facility
Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 6:00am - 2:30pm

OVERVIEW:
Working as Full-time Entry-Level Machinist, you will setup and operate multiple pieces of equipment such as saws, threading machines, hot and cold heading machines and various other pieces of manual equipment. This an entry-level position and training will be provided.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
o Learning machine operation and capabilities of multiple machines
o Running multiple pieces of equipment at the same time
o Performing accurate inspections on product
o Providing assistance to other employees when needed

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
The skills and qualifications required for this position include:
o 18 years of age or older, due to the nature of work
o Excellent written and oral communication skills
o Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency
o Exhibit strong problem solving, deductive reasoning and decision making skills
o Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities
o Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
o Work independently as well as in a team environment
o Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
o Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 100lbs
o Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)

PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
o Prior experience in machining or a related field

ABOUT US:
Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.

As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health, Life, Long Term Disability, and Dental Insurance, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k) with an employer contribution.

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