Title: Manual Machinist (Lathe, VTL, Mill, HBM)
Shift: 1st Shift | Monday – Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Salary: $25.00 – $30.00 / Hour (DOE)
Manual Machinist Role:
This position exists to provide expert-level precision machining for the restoration and manufacturing of babbitt-lined bearings and large industrial components. The role is responsible for the full "setup-to-finish" process of unique, high-value parts within our client's specialized repair shop environment.
Manual Machinist Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, vertical turret lathes (VTLs), and horizontal boring mills (HBM)
- Perform intricate machining on large-scale parts involving babbitt and various steel alloys
- Interpret complex technical drawings and engineering specifications to determine custom machining sequences
- Utilize precision measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, and bore gauges to ensure exacting tolerances
- Adapt machining techniques to the "part-to-part" variety inherent in a repair shop environment
- Monitor equipment performance and perform routine adjustments to maintain part integrity
- Document all measurements and machining steps to maintain quality control standards
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety and efficiency
Manual Machinist Reporting Relationships:
The candidate will report to the Shop Manager and has no direct reports.
About You:
- Possess 5+ years of experience in a manual job shop environment
- Demonstrate proven proficiency with large-scale manual lathes and VTLs
- Exhibit strong technical literacy in reading blueprints and performing shop math
- Display a "repair mindset" with experience in one-off or low-volume environments
- Master the use of various precision inspection and measurement instruments
- Maintain the physical stamina required to handle large-scale industrial components
- Show a track record of reliability and punctuality for 6:00 AM starts
- Commit to high-quality craftsmanship in a specialized industrial setting
Next Steps:
If you are a detail-oriented craftsman and a dedicated problem solver, we would like to hear from you.
Additional Information:
- Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Physical Demands: Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Working Conditions: This role operates in a heavy industrial repair shop environment
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