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Machinist

$20 - $24 per hour

Express Employment Professionals - Meriden, CT

Job Description

Job Description

Machinist | Entry-Level to Senior | $20–$24/HR | 1st Shift

Looking for a machining opportunity where you can build your skills, earn a steady paycheck, and have your evenings free? We’re hiring machinists at all experience levels in Wallingford!

Whether you’re new to machining or bring years of experience, this is an opportunity to get hands-on with a variety of equipment and grow your skills in a manufacturing environment.

What’s in it for you?

  • $20–$24/HR based on experience
  • Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM — enjoy your evenings and weekends
  • Full-time, steady schedule
  • Entry-level candidates welcome — training is provided
  • Opportunity to learn and operate different types of machinery
  • Work alongside a team while developing valuable manufacturing skills

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Set up and operate machinery such as turning centers, machining centers, saws, threading machines, heading machines, and manual equipment.
  • Run multiple machines and perform product inspections.
  • Learn machine operations and capabilities.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Entry-level candidates with a willingness to learn or experienced machinists ready to bring their skills.
  • Prior machining or related experience is a plus.
  • Basic math, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to lift 25–50 lbs, with some materials up to 100 lbs.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older and able to pass a required drug screening.

Ready to take the next step in your machining career? Apply today!

Company Description

At Express Employment Professionals, we believe finding a job should be more than submitting résumés and hoping for a call. We’re here to help you turn your job search into your next great opportunity.

Whether you’re looking for your next career move, a fresh start, flexible work, or a chance to put your skills to work, our team is ready to help connect you with opportunities that fit your goals.

Why work with Express?

More Opportunities: Get connected with employers looking for talented people like you.

A Team in Your Corner: Our recruiters get to know you, your experience, and what you’re looking for—not just what’s on your résumé.

Find Your Fit: We work to match your skills and goals with opportunities that make sense for you.

Build Your Career: Temporary, contract, or direct-hire opportunities can help you gain experience, build your résumé, and take the next step.

Save Time: Let our team help simplify the job search so you can spend less time searching and more time preparing for your next opportunity.

You Bring the Talent. We Help Open the Door.

Your next job could be more than a paycheck—it could be the beginning of something bigger. Let Express Employment Professionals help you find what’s next!

Company Description

At Express Employment Professionals, we believe finding a job should be more than submitting résumés and hoping for a call. We’re here to help you turn your job search into your next great opportunity.\r\rWhether you’re looking for your next career move, a fresh start, flexible work, or a chance to put your skills to work, our team is ready to help connect you with opportunities that fit your goals.\r\rWhy work with Express?\r\rMore Opportunities: Get connected with employers looking for talented people like you.\r\rA Team in Your Corner: Our recruiters get to know you, your experience, and what you’re looking for—not just what’s on your résumé.\r\rFind Your Fit: We work to match your skills and goals with opportunities that make sense for you.\r\rBuild Your Career: Temporary, contract, or direct-hire opportunities can help you gain experience, build your résumé, and take the next step.\r\rSave Time: Let our team help simplify the job search so you can spend less time searching and more time preparing for your next opportunity.\r\rYou Bring the Talent. We Help Open the Door.\r\rYour next job could be more than a paycheck—it could be the beginning of something bigger. Let Express Employment Professionals help you find what’s next!

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