Screw Machine Operator

Nesco Resource, LLC

Canton, MI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20–$25 Per Hour
SKILLS
Blueprints, Communication Skills, English Language, Identify Issues, Machine Tool, Machining Operations, Manufacturing, Metrics, Organizational Skills, Quality Control, Safety/Work Safety, Screw Machining, Team Player, Tolerance Analysis, Vision Comparator
LOCATION
Canton, MI
POSTED
10 days ago

Screw Machine Operator (Davenport / Acme)


Job Summary

A precision manufacturing company is immediately hiring Screw Machine Operators. In this role, you will set up and operate multi-spindle automatic screw machines to produce high-quality components.

This is a full-time, first-shift position offering a stable 4-day work week with frequent opportunities for Friday overtime.

  • Location: Plymouth, MI area (Job Shop Environment)

  • Schedule:Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Includes a paid 1/2-hour lunch daily).

  • Overtime: Fridays as required based on production needs.

  • Pay Rate: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour (depending on experience).


Key Responsibilities

  • Machine Operation: Setup, adjust, and operate multi-spindle automatic screw machines (specifically Davenport 5-spindle and Acme 6-spindle) to produce precision parts.

  • Quality Inspection: Use standard measuring equipment to perform in-process inspections, ensuring parts conform to technical prints.

  • Blueprint Reading: Read and interpret standard manufacturing drawings to determine dimensions, tolerances, and operational sequences.

  • Tooling & Maintenance: Monitor machine operation, detect minor faults or dimensional variations, and assist with basic troubleshooting or tooling adjustments.

  • Workplace Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.


Requirements & Qualifications

  • Experience: Previous hands-on experience operating multi-spindle screw machines is highly preferred.

    • Direct experience with Davenport (5-spindle) or Acme (6-spindle) machines is a major plus.

  • Technical Skills: Ability to read and understand standard manufacturing drawings in both English and Metric units.

  • Inspection Tools: Proficiency using standard precision measuring equipment, including Micrometers and Optical Comparators.

  • Communication: Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.


Alternative Qualifications Note: While experienced operators are strongly preferred, we are willing to consider an exceptional candidate with a solid, foundational background in precision manufacturing who demonstrates the aptitude to be rapidly trained on screw machine operations.

What We Offer

  • Immediate start dates available.

  • Consistent first-shift schedule with a 3-day weekend (Monday–Thursday).

  • Paid daily lunch break.

  • Regular overtime opportunities on Fridays.



Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About the Company

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Nesco Resource, LLC

Companies need talent. You want job opportunities.

That’s where we come in. We create meaningful connections between companies and candidates, and we’ve been doing it for over 65 years.
Our national workforce solutions include contract, contract-to-hire, direct placement services, and managed services for a variety of industries.

We employ specialized recruiters focused in Engineering, Information Technology, Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, and Manufacturing & Distribution.

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COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Employee Referral Program
FOUNDED
1956
WEBSITE
https://nescoresource.com/