CMM Operator

CMM Operator

Do you take pride in measuring every detail because precision isn't just a goal—it's your standard? Are you ready to put your CMM expertise to work where every measurement helps keep the aerospace industry flying safely? Looking for a career where your eye for detail and passion for quality make a real impact every single day?

At Doncasters we have an exciting opportunity for a CMM Operator to join our team in Groton, CT.  

The working hours/salary for this role are second or third shift, $21.44 per hour. Second shift hours are 2:00pm-10:30pm, third shift hours are 10:00pm-6:30am.

Why join us?

Did you know that every time you take a flight, drive somewhere, or switch on a light, there’s a chance Doncasters played a part in making that happen?

We are a specialist manufacturer of complex precision cast components for aerospace engines and industrial gas turbines, supporting leading OEM programs.

We excel in turning metals into motion, working in alloys and manufacturing complex product designs to offer an unparalleled range of solutions for high performance and specialist applications.

We employ more than 3,000 people across 14 core manufacturing facilities globally, providing the scale and expertise required to serve leading aerospace engine and IGT OEMs.

At Doncasters, we believe in doing things the right way. That means acting with integrity, delivering with commitment, and working as one team to achieve more, together. Whether you're developing precision-engineered components, running world-class manufacturing operations, or supporting our people and processes, your role is part of something much bigger.

Join us and contribute to a legacy built on performance, precision, and the values that drive us forward - excellence, commitment, integrity, and teamwork.

What we can offer you:

• An interesting and varied field to work in

• An environment where you can learn and grow through constant development opportunities

• PTO 

• Competitive 401K 

• Competitive medical insurance 

The Role

The CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) Operator is responsible for performing precision dimensional inspections on aerospace castings and machined components using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and conventional inspection equipment. This role ensures products meet engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, customer specifications, and internal quality standards. The CMM Operator works closely with Quality, Engineering, and Production to maintain product conformity and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Interested?

If you have any of the below skills, we would love to talk to you about your next career move:

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments.
• Experience with CMM programming and troubleshooting preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Equal opportunities

Doncasters is committed to achieving workforce diversity and we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, sex, gender identity, disability- physical or hidden, sexual orientation, veteran status, religious belief, or any other characteristics protected by law. We provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We encourage all applicants to reach out if they require any support or accommodations to enable them to thrive throughout our recruitment process.