manual machinist.

y a great role in the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of essential machinery and tools. Working under minimal supervision, you will use your expert eye to interpret drawings and specifications, ensuring every workpiece meets exact dimensions and tolerances. This isn't just about running a machine; it's about being the technical "anchor" on the floor. You will detect malfunctions before they become problems, perform preventative maintenance to keep equipment at peak performance, and support your fellow operators by sharing your knowledge on offsets, edits, and quality inspections. If you're looking for a position that combines hands-on craftsmanship with professional leadership, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:
As a Manual Machinist, you will be responsible for the following:

Precision Machining: Under minimal supervision, you will set up and operate manually controlled machines to perform skilled precision work, including the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of machinery, tools, and equipment.

Technical Interpretation: You will study and interpret drawings, manuals, and specifications to determine exact dimensions, tolerances, and the sequence of operations for finished workpieces.

Fabrication Prep: You will measure and mark reference points on materials to serve as a precise guide for all subsequent machining processes.

Operational Quality Control: You will actively detect equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, making necessary adjustments to controls to ensure every part meets quality standards.

Team Support & Training: You will act as a technical resource by supporting and training other operators in loading parts, proving programs, setting offsets, and performing simple edits.

Maintenance & Care: You are responsible for performing basic preventative maintenance on equipment and ensuring your work area remains clean and orderly.

Collaborative Problem Solving: You will communicate effectively with management, production control, and quality teams to resolve machining issues and receive assignments.

Compliance & Safety: You will strictly adhere to all state and federal laws, company quality programs, and safety/environmental regulations to ensure a secure work environment.

Reporting: You will promptly report any significant machine malfunctions to the Operations Manager to minimize downtime

Working hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Various Shifts Available)

Skills:
Manual Machining Expertise: Proven ability to set up and operate manually controlled machines for high-precision fabrication and repair.

Technical Literacy: Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex blueprints, manuals, and technical specifications to determine precise tolerances.

Precision Measurement: Expert skill in measuring and marking reference points on workpieces to guide the machining process.

Quality Assurance: Ability to inspect parts for conformance, perform deburring, and set machine offsets to ensure total quality.

Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Keen eye for detecting equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and the ability to make real-time adjustments.

Mentorship & Leadership: Experience training or supporting other operators in loading parts, proving programs, and performing simple edits.

Proactive Maintenance: Knowledge of basic preventative maintenance functions to ensure equipment longevity and peak performance.

Cross-Functional Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively with management, production control, and quality departments to resolve technical issues.

Safety & Compliance Mindset: A disciplined approach to following Safety and Environmental Regulations, as well as formal Quality Programs.

Self-Direction: The ability to manage tasks and maintain an orderly work area under minimal supervision.

Education:
No Degree Required

Experience:
1-4 years

Qualifications:
Manual Machine Operation: Mastery in setting up and operating manually controlled machines for the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of tools and machinery.

Technical Blueprint Reading: Demonstrated ability to study and interpret complex drawings, manuals, and specifications to determine precise dimensions and tolerances.

Precision Bench Work: Experience performing skilled precision and bench work on a variety of machine parts and equipment.

Mathematical & Layout Proficiency: Skill in measuring and marking dimensions and reference points on materials to act as a guide for machining.

Quality Inspection: Proficiency in inspecting parts for conformance to requirements, including deburring and setting offsets.

Troubleshooting & Adjustments: Ability to detect equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust controls to ensure production quality.

Preventative Maintenance: Experience performing basic maintenance functions to keep equipment in optimal working order.

Independent Performance: Proven track record of working effectively under minimal supervision.

Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of and commitment to adhering to state and federal laws, safety regulations, and environmental policies.


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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).