Manual Machinist

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manual Machinist to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will set up and operate manual machining equipment to produce precision ceramic components. Your expertise in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, and utilizing various measuring instruments will be essential to maintaining our high-quality standards.

If you take pride in craftsmanship, thrive on precision machining, and enjoy working with your hands to create complex parts, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Set up and operate manual machining equipment—including lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drill presses—to fabricate high-quality ceramic parts to exact specifications.
• Mechanical Drawings: Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints to ensure precise tolerances and layout.
• Quality Control & Inspection: Utilize precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers and bore gauges) to perform thorough quality checks before, during, and after production.
• Tooling & Setup: Select optimal tooling, feeds, speeds, and fixtures for each job, ensuring proper machine setup for maximum efficiency and accuracy.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose machine or measurement discrepancies during production and apply practical problem-solving techniques to resolve them.
• Safety & Maintenance: Adhere strictly to company safety protocols, wear required PPE, and perform basic routine maintenance on machinery and hand tools.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Proven hands-on experience operating manual mills, lathes, grinders, and drill presses in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in blueprint reading, geometric dimensioning, and mechanical interpretation.
• Precision Measurement: Fluent in using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges.
• Math Skills: Basic shop math and geometry skills necessary for calculating dimensions, tolerances, and cutting angles.
• Problem-Solving & Communication: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot machining errors, communicate effectively with team members, and prioritize daily task flow.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and pride in craftsmanship in a fast-paced production setting.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Manual Machinist: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person