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Kaman

Machining Support Operator I - Night Shift

Middletown, CT · On-site

$20.75 - $28.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Machine Shop Operator I - 2nd Shift Precision Fuzing and Sensors is actively hiring for a Machine ... Examine and inspect piece parts to ensure conformance to specifications as per operator acceptance ...

Kaman Corporation

$20.50 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Machine Shop Operator I - 2nd Shift Precision Fuzing and Sensors is actively hiring for a Machine ... Examine and inspect piece parts to ensure conformance to specifications as per operator acceptance ...

ASML

Senior CNC Machinist/Toolmaker

Wilton, CT · On-site

$21.25 - $29/hr

At least 10 years of experience in using various machine shop equipment including but not limited ... Conduct inspection to confirm parts meet quality standards * Proficient use of various ...

Laborup

Senior CNC Machinist

Milford, CT · On-site

$100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... for our precision machine shop serving the aerospace, defense, medical, and semiconductor ... In-Process Inspection: Verify dimensions with micrometers, calipers, indicators, and bore gauges.

Laborup

Senior CNC Machinist

Milford, CT · On-site

$100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... for our precision machine shop serving the aerospace, defense, medical, and semiconductor ... In-Process Inspection: Verify dimensions with micrometers, calipers, indicators, and bore gauges.

Laborup

Senior CNC Machinist

Milford, CT · On-site

$100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... for our precision machine shop serving the aerospace, defense, medical, and semiconductor ... In-Process Inspection: Verify dimensions with micrometers, calipers, indicators, and bore gauges.

Laborup

Senior CNC Machinist

Milford, CT

$100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... for our precision machine shop serving the aerospace, defense, medical, and semiconductor ... In-Process Inspection: Verify dimensions with micrometers, calipers, indicators, and bore gauges.

Micro Precision, LLC

Machinist

South Windham, CT

$24 - $32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About Micro Precision: Micro Precision is a precision manufacturing machine shop supporting ... inspection, and keeps production flowing through established workflow, safety standards, and ...

Micro Precision, LLC

Machinist

South Windham, CT · On-site

$24 - $32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About Micro Precision: Micro Precision is a precision manufacturing machine shop supporting ... inspection, and keeps production flowing through established workflow, safety standards, and ...

Nautilus Holdings LLC

Machinist

South Windham, CT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About Micro Precision: Micro Precision is a precision manufacturing machine shop supporting ... inspection, and keeps production flowing through established workflow, safety standards, and ...

Element Materials Technology

CNC Machinist

Enfield, CT

$25 - $40/hr

Working knowledge of machine shop safety protocol * Strong computer skills * Ability to apply ... inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant ...

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How much do machine shop inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine shop inspector in Connecticut is $25.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $29.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a machine shop inspector?

To thrive as a Machine Shop Inspector, you need a strong understanding of precision measurement, blueprint reading, and machinist principles, often backed by experience in manufacturing or a relevant technical certification. Proficiency with inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, coordinate measuring machines (CMM), and familiarity with quality management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and strong problem-solving skills help inspectors interact with machinists and supervisors and ensure standards are met. These competencies are essential to maintaining product quality, safety, and compliance in fast-paced machine shop environments.

What is a machine shop inspector?

A Machine Shop Inspector is responsible for ensuring that machined parts and components meet quality and specification standards. They inspect materials, measure dimensions, and verify tolerances using precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges. Inspectors often interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure compliance with engineering requirements. They may also document inspection results, identify defects, and collaborate with machinists to resolve quality issues. This role is crucial in maintaining product integrity and preventing defects in manufacturing.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a machine shop inspector?

As a Machine Shop Inspector, your typical day involves examining machined parts for defects, verifying dimensions and tolerances using various measuring instruments, and documenting your findings. You may conduct in-process and final inspections, review work orders or blueprints, and collaborate closely with machinists to resolve quality issues. Inspectors often play a key role in maintaining compliance with industry standards and company quality protocols. Additionally, you might participate in team meetings or quality improvement initiatives, making the role dynamic and integral to the shop’s production flow.

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Infographic showing various Machine Shop Inspector job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,050 per year, or $25 per hour.

Machining Support Operator I - Night Shift

Kaman Corporation

Middletown, CT • On-site

$20.75 - $28.25/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Machine Shop Operator I - 2nd Shift
Precision Fuzing and Sensors is actively hiring for a Machine Shop Operator I in Middletown, CT. This role requires experience finishing operations in a production environment. The Machine Shop Operator I will be working under the direction of the Group Leader with limited supervision, responsible for using a variety of set up tools and machinery to perform hand deburring, drilling, tapping, sand blasting, tumble deburring, and passivation finishing processes at close tolerances. This is a 2nd shift position from 2:45-11:15p Mon-Fri.
Responsibilities
  • Work under the direction of the Group Leader, and with limited supervision, perform various finishing operations on a variety of machined parts having close tolerance specifications.
  • Employ 5S and Lean Manufacturing skills in everyday work practices.
  • Work from blueprints and verbal/written work instructions, set up tools and machinery needed to perform deburr and secondary operations on piece parts. This includes but is not limited to hand deburring, drilling, tapping, sand blasting, tumble deburring, and Passivation (Stainless Steel cleaning process).
  • Perform repetitive deburring, polishing, grinding, and buffing operations on standard piece parts to achieve finish specifications.
  • Set up, adjust and operate various types of drill press equipment to perform difficult and intricate drilling, tapping and counter-bore operations.
  • Perform general shop work such as drilling, machining and sanding.
  • Obtain and maintain certification to perform Passivation, abrasive blasting, and Molykote or Dry Film Lube application.
  • Examine and inspect piece parts to ensure conformance to specifications as per operator acceptance program (OAP).

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Familiarity with shop practices, inspection and safety.

Shift: 2nd Shift Monday-Friday 2:45-11:15p
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with employer matching contribution
  • Generous Paid Time Off

For more than 85 years, our team at Precision Fuzing and Sensors has designed, tested, and manufactured the fuzing and sensor systems that defense programs depend on - delivering mission-critical reliability from a single, vertically integrated facility in Middletown, Connecticut. Precision Fuzing & Sensors has spent more than eight decades at the forefront of fuzing technology for defense and aerospace applications, trusted by every branch of the U.S. military and allied nations across the globe.
Precision Fuzing and Sensors is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected characteristics protected by law. Precision Fuzing and Sensors and all its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all.
Precision Fuzing and Sensors endeavors to make the careers website accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the Corporate Human Resources department at 860-632-1000. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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