Weekend Machinist / Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Weekend Machinist / Machine Operator - Part-Time | Friday–Sunday | $18–$30 per hour

A growing manufacturing company is adding weekend production hours to meet increased customer demand. We are seeking dependable Machine Operators and Machinists for a part-time weekend shift.

This opportunity is open to a range of experience levels. Candidates with basic machining knowledge can gain valuable hands-on experience, while skilled machinists can pick up additional weekend hours performing setups and producing precision parts.

Preferred schedule:

• Friday, Saturday and Sunday
• 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• 30-minute unpaid lunch
• Approximately 24 hours per week

The company may be flexible with days and hours for candidates who have relevant machining experience. Experienced machinists who are primarily interested in Saturday and Sunday hours are encouraged to apply.

Pay: $18–$30 per hour, depending on experience and machining capabilities

Responsibilities

Depending on your experience, responsibilities may include:

• Operate CNC or other production machinery to manufacture precision parts
• Load and unload parts, materials and tooling
• Read and interpret basic blueprints, drawings and work instructions
• Use calipers, micrometers and other precision measuring tools
• Inspect completed parts to verify dimensions and quality requirements
• Make basic machine adjustments and tool changes
• Monitor machines and identify potential quality or equipment issues
• Record production and inspection information
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
• Follow established quality, safety and production procedures
• Perform machine setups, offsets and first-piece inspections if qualified

Experience Levels

Machine Operator

Candidates may qualify at the entry or developing level with:

• Previous experience operating production or machining equipment
• Basic ability to read blueprints or technical drawings
• Experience using calipers, micrometers or similar measuring tools
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and quality procedures

Skilled Machinist

More experienced candidates may qualify for higher pay with:

• CNC machining experience
• Ability to independently set up machines
• Experience selecting or changing tooling
• Ability to adjust offsets and make minor program edits
• Strong blueprint-reading and dimensional-inspection skills
• Experience completing first-piece inspections
• Ability to troubleshoot machining or part-quality issues

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

This position could be a strong fit for:

• Machine operators who want to build their CNC machining skills
• Manufacturing employees looking for additional weekend income
• Experienced machinists interested in picking up extra hours
• Retired or semi-retired machinists who want a consistent part-time schedule
• Candidates who need a weekend schedule because of school, family or weekday commitments

Qualifications

• Previous machine operation, CNC machining or related manufacturing experience
• Basic blueprint-reading ability
• Experience using precision measurement tools
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently after training
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely handle materials associated with the position

Apply today with a current resume or a brief summary of your machining and machine-operation experience. Be sure to include the types of machines you have operated, your experience with setups and the measuring tools you have used.

Our staffing agency is supporting the hiring process for this manufacturing company as it expands production capacity. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss their experience, preferred weekend availability and appropriate pay level.

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