Manual Machinist III

Benefits: Employee discounts Health insurance 401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance About the Role: PROVISION MANPOWER RESOURCES LLC is looking for a skilled Manual Machinist III to join our team in Houston, TX. This is a hands‑on opportunity for an experienced machinist ready to take on complex precision work in a dynamic manufacturing environment. If you take pride in craftsmanship and thrive in a fast‑paced shop setting, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, boring mills, drill presses, grinders, and other machine shop equipment. Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, sketches, repair instructions, and customer specifications. Perform precision machining, repair, modification, and fitting of components. Indicate, align, level, and secure parts properly before machining. Select proper tooling, speeds, feeds, cutting tools, fixtures, and setup methods. Machine parts to required dimensions, tolerances, surface finish, and quality requirements. Perform complex setups with minimal supervision. Inspect work using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, depth gauges, height gauges, and other precision measuring tools. Verify dimensions before, during, and after machining operations. Identify drawing, setup, tooling, or machining issues and communicate concerns before proceeding. Troubleshoot machining problems such as chatter, poor finish, taper, out‑of‑round conditions, alignment issues, or dimensional errors. Maintain accurate job records, inspection notes, and work documentation as required. Assist with repair work, rework, and custom one‑off machining jobs. Support shop workflow by helping with material handling, part movement, and job preparation when needed. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Follow all company and customer safety requirements. Requirements: Strong experience as a manual machinist in an industrial, manufacturing, repair, or machine shop environment. Ability to independently set up and operate manual machining equipment. Experience with manual lathes and manual mills required. Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, blueprints, tolerances, and machining instructions. Ability to use precision measuring tools accurately. Strong understanding of machining principles, setups, tooling, speeds, feeds, and workholding. Ability to hold close tolerances and verify work throughout the machining process. Ability to work independently and make sound machining decisions. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Dependable attendance and ability to work safely in a shop environment. About Us: PROVISION MANPOWER RESOURCES LLC is a trusted staffing and workforce solutions provider serving the Houston, TX area and beyond. We connect skilled tradespeople with top employers across the manufacturing, industrial, and energy sectors. Our team is dedicated to matching the right talent with the right opportunity, making us a go‑to partner for both job seekers and employers alike. #J-18808-Ljbffr PROVISION MANPOWER RESOURCES LLC