Engineering Jobs in Farmington, CT

Sets-up and operates CNC Swiss Machines to produce highly precision component parts that meet all quality standards. Must be able to work independently and provide training/guidance to others.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO PackagePaid Company Holidays401K Match ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Major Areas of Responsibility:

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Technical school training a plus.
• 7 years of set-up experience minimum required
• Experience with aerospace products and/or other close tolerance parts is a plus.
• Must be familiar with Fanuc and/or Mitsubishi Controls
• Must be able to set and change tools.
• Must be able to use standard gauges and inspection techniques.
• Experience with SPC, inspection documentation, and problem solving is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork.
• Must be able to read CNC programs.
• Five plus years of increasingly diverse experience in a machine shop or CNC machining environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for up to 8+ hours.

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Job Summary:

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor leads a multi-department team of CNC Operators and Set-Up Operators, in a high mix / low volume aerospace component manufacturing environment. This role is expected to balance expertise in set-up and operation of CNC machining for precision tolerance components, along with strong interpersonal skills to motivate the team to work toward common goals and objectives. Key responsibilities include managing the day-to-day priorities for multiple departments, cross-training staff on best practices to meet set-up and production run-times, optimizing processes through the elimination of waste, and leading lean continuous improvement initiatives. As a working supervisor, this role is expected to run production jobs and provide the necessary supervisory management to a small 2nd shift team.

This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO Package
• Paid Company Holidays
• 401K Match Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct security, quality and EH&S audits to ensure the safety of employees on the second shift, and compliance with company and customer policies.
• Coordinate time-off requests, with attention to skills matrix, to ensure adequate staffing level across all disciplines of machine centers to meet production needs.
• Motivate team to meet daily, weekly and monthly goals and objectives. Identify waste and non-value-added tasks that interfere with objectives.
• Routinely measure, monitor, and publish the performance of all individuals on the team. Compare results against department standards. Complete periodic performance evaluations, and correct any issues in real time as needed, up to and including, disciplinary actions if needed.
• Host a daily GEMBA walk and serve as the primary conduit for all communications between operators and cross functional teams. Attend production meetings, and quality clinic/MRB meetings as needed. Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, production and sales teams to drive open issues to rapid closure.
• Partner with production control to stage daily and weekly priorities. Ensure jobs are completed on time, and productivity is sustained. Expedite jobs as necessary.
• Set-up and operate CNC machines according to operation sheet instructions. Provide technical support for team.
• Maintain ERP data integrity ensuring job punches match traveler package. Report any discrepancies that could impact job quantity or delivery.
• Develop and author standard work for the operation of production equipment. Coach and train teammates in best practices, enforcing safety, departmental and QMS polices, with the goal of process improvement, reduction in set up time, faster productivity rates, and improved quality.

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years progressive career in the manufacturing of precision machined components in a regulated industry such as aerospace or medical. Previous experience in a high mix, low volume shop with an emphasis on lean manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of ISO/AS quality standards, basic OSHA/EHS safety regulations, and a commitment to adherence of company policies.
• Advanced or expert machining skills in 1 or more disciplines. Swiss lathe, multi-axis turning, turning, milling, or grinding. Must be able to independently set-up and operate CNC equipment and provide the necessary training to others on shift.
• Experience leading and managing a small team toward common goals. An effective communicator that can build rapport with a diverse team. Previous team lead experience preferred.
• A willingness to take accountability for self and team, driving and inheriting the collective results of a department or team.
• High degree of urgency to drive operations at full speed. Keen sense of attention to detail to understand how to work with pace, not haste, avoiding careless mistakes.
• Strong understanding of operational metrics such as first past yield, efficiency, WIP aging, on-time-delivery, job cost, scrap rate, etc.
• Strong computer skills especially related to navigating ERP systems, job clocking systems, CAD/CAM software, and Microsoft products such Outlooks, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Previous experience with EPICOR a plus.

Physical Demands:

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Title: New Product Introduction Engineer

Job Summary:

The incumbent will be responsible for project management from development through production launch for new products.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with customers, marketing, sales, manufacturing, engineering, and quality engineering to shepherd new programs from concept development to commercial launch.
• Position serves in a results-driven environment and requires a team-oriented individual.
• Develop project and manufacturing costs to support sales and marketing in business case development and program justification.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and translate those requirements into a manufacturable product design.
• Establish engineering / scientific objectives for projects.
• Coordinate tooling design, fabrication, start-up, and production ramp-up then turn over to manufacturing for new programs.
• Finalize specifications, designs, and contract reviews for specific market responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time to agreed timelines and budgets.
• Independently plan and execute projects – i.e., program management
• Evaluated based on execution to the project timeline.
• Evaluated based on customer satisfaction.
• Evaluated on the successful launch of products to production.

The expectations for managing the programs are:

• Manage the phase gate process from purchase order receipt, through development and production release.
• Assemble a multi-disciplinary team (assigned by department managers) to execute project activities.
• Hold a kick-off meeting to launch the project.
• Create and maintain a project Gantt chart for schedule and critical deliverables.
• Hold review meetings as programs progress towards production.
• Participate in technical meetings.
• Manage customer meetings.
• Manage suppliers in the development phase.
• Generate presentations on project status.
• Mange the hand off of a project to production and the production sign-off of a project
• Participate with the team in a “hands on” manner: assist in writing / review of documents, assist with taking product samples, machine operation, manufacturing process review, and physical review of product quality.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, product realization, or an applied industrial environment.
• Experience with automotive, aerospace, or medical manufacturing and quality systems desired. Proficiency in reading engineering prints along with an understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Skilled in utilizing spreadsheets for calculations, task management, and documentation.
• Manage team priorities and open tasks.
• Able to lead team meetings.

Experience & Education Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or ten years of experience in manufacturing and program management.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Fully Onsite in Farmington CT

Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $120-140K DOE Plus Bonus and Excellent Benefits (Flexible on base Salary, can go higher depending on experience)

Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programming is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs and machining processes for complex, production aerospace components. This role owns the end-to-end programming and process development lifecycle, from CAM programming and tool selection through prove-out and production release, and post release support with a strong emphasis on Nickel Alloy, Titanium, Steel, Stainless Steel, and other difficult-to-machine materials.

The ideal candidate is a practical problem-solver who understands how programs behave in the real world and takes pride in delivering programs that run with few to no issues once released.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain CNC programs using Mastercam software for Okuma OSP, Haas, Fanuc and Makino machines
• Coordinate with engineering group to identify required features, tolerances, and run sequences.
• Own full program creation from concept through production release and ongoing optimization
• Define machining strategies, tooling approaches, and setup concepts for complex turning operations
• Support first article builds, prove-outs, and production ramp-ups
• Optimize programs and processes to reduce setup time, improve repeatability, and ensure consistent quality
• Collaborate with operators, quality, and engineering to ensure stable, production-ready processes
• Troubleshoot and improve existing programs as needed, with a focus on root cause and long-term solutions
• Ensure programs and documentation meet aerospace quality and regulatory requirements
• Publishes operator work instructions, set up sheets, parameter sheets as necessary

What Success Looks Like

• Programs are released cleanly and run with minimal edits or intervention
• Setups are clear, efficient, and repeatable across shifts
• Operators have confidence in the programs and supporting documentation
• Production issues related to programming are rare and resolved quickly when they occur

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming experience in a production environment
• Proven history of lathe turning programming (VTL and Slant Bed)
• BS in aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering or similar
• Experience machining Nickel alloys, Titanium and other challenging aerospace metals
• Solid understanding of CNC machining principles, tooling, and cutting strategies
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T
• Proven ability to develop robust, repeatable machining processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Mastercam
• Experience with Okuma, Makino, and Haas controls
• Background in aerospace manufacturing
• Ability to improve legacy or unstable existing programs and processes
• Machining background to support program prove-out (program, set-up, qualify tooling, run development pieces/qualification lot etc)

About Us

Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group specializes in connecting high-quality candidates with top-tier clients. In 2023, we joined HW Staffing Solutions, expanding our national footprint across manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and technology.

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Technical Facilities Manager | $110k - $130k | Healthcare, Connecticut

Your new company

Hays have partnered with a leading energy infrastructure service firm, who are looking to hire an experienced Facilities Management leader to oversee the operation and optimization of a Central Energy Plant (CEP). The role will work with key stakeholders in guiding best-in-class energy strategies for thermal producing assets in a healthcare facility.

Your new role

As the Technical Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for analyzing daily energy usage and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and improve operational practices. Working daily with internal teams and 3rd party vendors, you will provide mentorship on energy management and support the development of long‑term strategies to maximize performance. The role will take full responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the CEP, ensuring all systems run safely, reliably, and efficiently. This includes managing maintenance reserve accounts, overseeing operator training, maintaining an up‑to‑date plant operating manual, and coordinating troubleshooting activities with both on‑site staff and remote support teams. You will also collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to align project activities with ongoing operations.

What you'll need to succeed

• PE preferred or FE and working towards obtaining PE.
• 4+ years’ experience in any of the following: management experience in a central plant or facility, mechanical construction with a large mechanical subcontractor or MEP design consultant managing multiple sites with large teams.
• 4 year Mechanical Engineering degree (plus, not required).
• Well versed in building codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask projects in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll get in return

You will have the opportunity to work with one of the nation’s largest energy‑as‑a‑service providers, with more than a century of industry expertise. With established accounts and long‑term contracts across some of the country’s largest healthcare and education systems, you will play a key role alongside experienced leaders in a mission‑critical environment.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

The position of Cell Leader is a key catalyst on a manufacturing Cell Team, who works in conjunction with Process Engineering, Quality Engineering, and hourly Cell associates to manufacture or assemble a component or major assembly. As such, this individual must supervise a group or groups engaged in various activities in the Operations organization, and act with urgency to direct the resolution of technical and logistics problems and the introduction of measures to improve operations and customer relations.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

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• Set work priorities aligned to satisfy company, customer demand and on-time delivery metrics. Collaborate with planner and peer Cell Leaders to schedule work through the various manufacturing work centers and manage work center to assure adequate flow of production. Manage line balance ensuring the pacing process is adequately staffed to maintain desired output levels. Hold direct reports accountable to meet Operating, OTD, Quality, and Safety metrics. Ensure direct reports are fully engaged performing value added work.
  
• Develop and implement action plans to meet department goals in the areas of labor efficiency, labor utilization, housekeeping, on-time delivery and productivity improvements. Perform regular daily audits of key processes to ensure optimum process performance and use of latest operation sheets,
  
• Maintain department/cell metrics. Ensure all direct reports understand their cell metrics and how they impact/improve each metric. Monitor Utilization rate in cell is at acceptable level (direct vs. indirect), Labor Efficiency (by person, by job), Quality Performance (Maintain Quality log), enforce work rules (breaks, cell phones, newspapers, etc.), ensure TPM/PM is being completed.
  
• Coach direct reports in maintaining accurate reporting of employee time, vouchering and work performance within the area. Develop and maintain Skills Matrix for accurate identification of workforce capabilities and cross train to support business need.
  
• Encourage employee involvement in and ownership of continuous improvement activities focused on LEAN and waste reduction. Implement and maintain 6S in Cell.
  
• Develop, plan and implement continuous quality improvement through teams within the area of responsibility to attain World Class Quality. Ensure PDR's are written quickly & thoroughly. Initiate PRB review on suspect parts in a timely manner. Support weekly PRB meetings to determine RCCA and develop rework scenarios where possible. Respond to production problems by personally investigating and resolving such problems with hourly and salaried personnel to assure a continuing flow of product. Utilize formal problem solving methodologies to discover and eliminate root cause.
  
• Actively participate, recommend, and initiate improvement in our EH&S practices and procedures.
  
• Reward and recognize associates on a regular basis and support programs that encourage employee involvement and recognition.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

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• 5-10 years' experience working in an aerospace manufacturing environment
  
• Prior experience in a unionized facility is preferred
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  
• Excellent process and problem solving skills
  
• Effective communication skills, including verbal (logical and organized), written, listening and presentation
  
• Experience with ERP systems
  
• Team player with strong people skills
  
• Ability to communicate with and influence employees and management at all levels
  
• Decisive and capable of dealing with conflict and resolving issues promptly
  
• Take charge individual with clear sense of urgency
  
• Proven track record of meeting commitments with the highest standards of ethics and integrity
  
• Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement initiatives, root cause corrective action methodology, visual factory management, statistical process control techniques, quality assurance processes, coaching and performance management, safety practices, operations metrics/dashboard measurement.
  

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• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Management or equivalent work experience will be considered.
  

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Accountability:

The Cost Accountant is responsible for the compilation of cost information for products and services for a specific job or project. Key responsibilities will encompass the investigation of costs that differ from expectations, assisting in resolving those differences and preparing reports. The primary charge of this position will be to bring a higher level of operational effectiveness by streamlining and consolidating processes and systems. They will do this by investigating and analyzing current situations and recommending cost-effective solutions or improvements. In addition, they will analyze and prepare complex financial and business information, in support of various functional groups. Analyze a variety of financial documents, perform technical studies, and forecast trends impacting financial activities. Propose and introduce improvements to enhance customer satisfaction and the group's effectiveness. The location Controller will look to the Cost Accountant to provide accurate information upon which critical decisions will be based. In this role you will interface with all departments at various levels. More specific responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following:

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• Plan and conduct investigations, audits and analyses of a variety of financial information used in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, business plans, prices, costs of products, services and operations, and prepare reports and recommendations.
  
• Review data and consult with governmental, customer and operating personnel to obtain financial information. Select or devise techniques to ensure optimal analysis of financial elements.
  
• Conduct or coordinate special studies and investigations, and recommend measures to achieve resolution of complex and controversial financial problems. Continually review operations to reduce impact of potential problems and to take advantage of opportunities to achieve cost savings and improve customer satisfaction.
  
• Design, establish, modify, verify and implement cost-effective and responsive programs to meet financial requirements, including a system of checks and balances to safeguard the Company's assets, particularly inventory.
  

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. Alternatively, a special combination of education and experience and/or demonstrated accomplishments.
  
• Must have 5-8+ years of cost accounting management experience in a manufacturing environment. Aerospace industry preferred.
  
• Requires a thorough knowledge of cost accounting policies and procedures.
  
• The ability to effectively interpret cost accounting operating statistics
  
• Conduct independent investigations and resolve complex cost accounting problems.
  
• High degree of business acumen
  
• Strong communication skills in order to interface effectively with other groups, influence decisions and achieve agreement on complex cost accounting matters
  

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FUNCTION:

Set up, operate, troubleshoot and perform work on a variety of machinery. Be flexible, willing and capable of being trained on additional machines. Perform work at a consistently high level of quality. Be reliable in consistency of work and willingness to work outside of core area of expertise.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

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  Must be capable & willing to set up operations that have previously been proven out independently without oversight of a leadman or CNC programmer.

  
  
  

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  Must be capable of running a minimum of two of the following machine types: 3 and 4 axis Horizontal and Vertical Machining Centers, 5 axis machining centers, Vertical Turret Lathes, Cylindrical Grinders, Mill/Turn machines, CNC boring machines, Horizontal lathes, manual machines.

  
  
  
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  Must be willing to perform work on machines throughout the shop, not only the machines that are within the person's core area of expertise. For example: must be willing to perform work on a Mitsubishi 4 axis machining center even when the person normally runs a Mazak 730 Variaxis.

  
  
  
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  Must be capable & willing to identify opportunities for improvement in tooling, cutting methods, mistake proofing & work instruction documentation.

  
  
  
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  Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.

  
  
  
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  Actively participate in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects which may include but is not limited to 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and set-up reduction events, which is aligned with the commitment to continuous improvement activities in Article II of the collective bargaining agreement.

  
  
  
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  Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.

  
  
  
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  Must be capable & willing to assist or train other employees in this or lower classifications as needed.

  
  
  
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  Refer difficulties to leader or supervisor as appropriate

  
  
  

  May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills.

  
  
  

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ACCOUNTABILITY:

This position includes acting as a change agent in developing, introducing, and administering new or assigned suppliers, related to purchasing matters. It also consists of implementing measures to improve company/supplier relations, and ensuring compliance with related contracts or agreements.

This position deals with day-to-day handling of time critical customer product, at times requiring independent action, as well as the ability to follow specific guidelines in administration of contracts or agreements.

TYPICAL DUTIES (May include, but are not limited to the following):

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• Establishing contacts and releasing PO's with suppliers, identification and qualification of new sources of suppliers, quoting, supply side monitoring of suppliers: lead-times, capacity, delivery, cost, quality, reverse auction.
  
• Coordinating with MRO/tooling & product suppliers on the supply needs (requires interaction with division managers.
  
• Execution and interaction in material supply chain coordination within the division and with external suppliers.
  
• Identifying and planning integration of MRO materials and supplies into the shop based on knowledge of the kanban replenishment issues.
  
• Managing the shipping and receiving aspects within the division, calling in outside trucking firms, managing day to day shipping requirements.
  
• Provide and request information from suppliers, vendors, transportation specialists and other sources, as applicable.
  
• Review data and information, conduct basic analyses and provide assistance to more experienced staff in more complex matters.
  
• Review terms and conditions of contracts and agreements to determine compliance with regulations and Company policy.
  
• Work closely with other groups involved in various aspects of supply chain management and transportation to ensure meeting schedules, and inform senior staff of potential problems.
  
• Strive for continuous improvement in such matters as cost, quality, and responsiveness to customers.
  
• Inventory management: determining inventory requirements and maintaining adequate stocks and supplies.
  
• Developing and implementing state of the art methods and practices to reduce requirements for storage facilities and space and reduce associated costs.
  

COMPLEXITY OF TASKS:

Under supervision, perform routine duties in support of Purchasing and Logistics. Requires strong working knowledge of computer based programs, and ability to communicate effectively and resolve routine problems. Requires basic understanding of standard supply management and transportation functions and of related policies. Requires interfacing and effective communication with other groups regarding various aspects of the procurement process.

Experience in Aerospace industry preferred.

Associate Degree or 2 to 5 years of related experience, or a combination of education and experience, and/or demonstrated accomplishments

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