Machinist Trainee

At Doncasters we have an exciting opportunity for a Machinist to join our team in Groton.  

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

As a Machinist, you will be responsible for machining and finishing casting parts using drills, saws, grinders, and vertical milling machines. You'll work from blueprints and work instructions to set up and operate machinery, ensuring that each part meets exact specifications. You'll also be involved in developing setups, procedures, and techniques for new jobs and debugging existing machinery to enhance efficiency.

Interested?

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

Previous experience working as a lathe or drilling machinist. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and follow technical instructions

To Apply

Apply online.

We’ll be in touch with you quickly after receiving your application.

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. Please contact [email protected] .