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2nd Shift CNC Lead

Howmet Aerospace

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Location
Columbia, CT
Work Authorization
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Job overview

The 2nd Shift CNC Lead supervises CNC machine operators at Howmet Aerospace’s Columbia, Connecticut facility. The role focuses on meeting production targets, maintaining quality standards, and optimizing machining processes. The lead coordinates milling and turning operators, assigns work, oversees machine setup and tool changes, and communicates production status and issues to site leadership.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CNC ProgrammingMachine Tool OperationLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingIndependent WorkAdaptability

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED3+ Years CNC Machining Experience1+ Year Lead ExperienceU.S. Person StatusU.S. Work Authorization

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Working in our Columbia, CT facility, the 2nd shift CNC Lead is responsible for supervising CNC machine operators, ensuring production targets are met, maintaining high-quality standards, and optimizing machining processes.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinator team of CNC operators (Milling and Turning)

  • Conduct pre-shift briefings, assign work, and monitor workflow

  • Resolve staffing, scheduling, and performance issues

  • Ensure adherence to production schedules and deadlines

  • Oversee tool changes, and machine setup

  • Enforce quality control procedures

  • Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies

  • Communicate status updates and issues to site leadership

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Minimum 3 years of CNC machining experience, with at least 1 year in a lead role

  • Proficient with CNC programming and machine tool operation

  • Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced manufacturing environment

  • Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

  • This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

  • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship in not available for this position.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. With approximately 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft and commercial trucks to operate with a lower carbon footprint. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Benefits

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [email protected].

Compensation and Benefits:

If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.

Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:

  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options

  • Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution

  • Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)

  • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs

  • Life insurance and disability coverage plans

  • Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance

  • Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our Story:

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/howmet-aerospace) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/howmetaerospace) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/howmetaerospace/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Howmetaerospace/) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/howmetaerospace) .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email: [email protected]

How this job compares

Set against the 1,133 open Manufacturing Supervisor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$75–103K/yr497 salary ranges
  • US median$28–34/hr81 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 10 open Manufacturing Supervisor jobs in Connecticut and 1,133 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Manufacturing Supervisor postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (830 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 437 of the 1,133 open Manufacturing Supervisor jobs (39%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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