Machinist - Aerospace Manufacturing Location: Enfield, NS (Halifax Region) Pay: $23.93 - $25.00 per hour Schedule: Rotating 12-hour Day/Night Shifts (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM / 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM) Employment Type: Full-Time | 1-Year Contract Launch Your Aerospace Career with Pratt & Whitney Canada Kelly® is proud to partner with Pratt & Whitney Canada, a global leader in aerospace innovation, to recruit Machinists for their Enfield, Nova Scotia facility.
Whether you're an experienced machinist or a student entering your second year of a machining, mechanical, or engineering-related program, this is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing technology while contributing to the production of world-class aircraft and helicopter engines.
This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge CNC equipment in a highly collaborative, safety-focused environment, with potential future opportunities for permanent employment and career advancement.
What's in It for You? Competitive hourly wage of $23.93-$25.00
Overtime opportunities
Weekly vacation pay
Professional development and training opportunities
Secure, supportive, and inclusive work environment
Experience with industry-leading aerospace technology
Opportunity to work for a globally recognized aerospace manufacturer
Potential for long-term career growth
Key Responsibilities Operate CNC lathes, milling machines, robotics, and advanced manufacturing equipment
Set up, monitor, and troubleshoot production machinery




Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Perform quality checks to ensure production standards are met
Support continuous improvement initiatives through Kaizen and CORE Operating System practices
Maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions, and training documentation
Participate in routine equipment maintenance activities
Support Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S;) initiatives and audits
Collaborate with team members to achieve daily production targets
Qualifications Journeyperson Machinist certification, Mechanical Technician diploma, Engineering degree/diploma, or related education and experience
Experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities
Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
Flexibility to work rotational 12-hour shifts, including nights
Preferred Qualifications Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting experience
Experience in a quick-paced production environment
Ability to work across multiple workstations and processes
Knowledge of export control requirements
Previous aerospace manufacturing experience is considered an asset
Physical Requirements Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift
Comfortable working while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE)

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📌 Machinist - Aerospace Manufacturing (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Kelly Services
📍 Nova Scotia