Manual Machinist - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Manual Machinist (Engine lathes, Turret lathes, Mills, Grinders)

Shift: 1st Shift, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Salary: $29.97/hr

Manual Machinist Role:

This position exists to set up, adjust, and safely operate conventional machine tools to fabricate precision industrial components. The Machinist ensures all manufactured parts meet strict quality tolerances to support our client's production workflow.

Manual Machinist Responsibilities:

• Set up, adjust, and operate engine lathes (25” to 40” swing), turret lathes, milling machines, drills, and tool grinders
• Review technical drawings, blueprints, instructions, or samples to ensure accurate production execution
• Take precise measurements for cutting, shaping, and forming materials
• Check work tolerances using precision measuring instruments to ensure strict quality assurance
• Document production variations and discard defective components as necessary
• Identify equipment maintenance needs and perform minor machine repairs
• Notify the Production Supervisor and safety coordinator of any safety concerns, accidents, or product damage
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area with proper tools

Manual Machinist Reporting Relationships:

This position reports directly to the Production Supervisor and has no direct reports.

About You:

• Possess demonstrated experience operating and maintaining industrial lathes, milling machines, and drills
• Hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Demonstrate proven knowledge of reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Exhibit proficiency in utilizing precision measuring instruments to verify strict tolerances
• Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with internal customers and co-workers
• Commit to communicating facility or maintenance-related issues promptly to management
• Display a strong dedication to maintaining workspace safety and proper tool management

Next Steps:

If you are a detail-oriented and dedicated problem solver, we would like to hear from you. Please reach out to our recruiting team today to apply or learn more about this opportunity with our client.

Additional Information: Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.

Physical demands include standing for extended periods, lifting heavy metal materials, and performing manual tasks inherent to a machining environment.

Working conditions involve a heavy industrial manufacturing facility where standard Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times.