Manual Machinist III

Manual Machinist

We are seeking an experienced Manual Machinist to join a dynamic, fast-paced aftermarket service center. The primary responsibility of this position is to perform complete repairs on customer equipment while supporting team goals related to environmental health and safety, quality, on-time delivery, operating costs, and productivity.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate manual mills and lathes efficiently, carefully, and accurately
• Operate a horizontal boring mill on a wide variety of diversified work
• Lay out work and produce quality parts
• Interpret sketches, blueprints, and engineering details
• Assist in establishing setup and layout methods, order of operations, and the application of required parts and materials
• Complete jobs from raw materials through finished products using drawings, sketches, samples, or verbal instructions
• Sharpen, rework, reset, and repair cutting tools
• Inspect and verify parts during production
• Maintain accurate production records and job histories
• Perform minor machine maintenance activities
• Assist with setting up complex machines
• Stack, mark, pack, and transport finished products
• Work at different workstations as production requirements dictate
• Operate manual and automated cleaning equipment
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Two to three years of relevant experience required
• Three or more years of machining experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience setting up and operating manual mills and lathes
• Extensive knowledge of machine applications and manufacturing materials
• Advanced knowledge of shop mathematics
• Ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering documentation
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and resolve complex issues
• Willingness to learn established machining and safety procedures
• Horizontal boring mill experience strongly preferred
• Reciprocating compressor experience is a plus but not required
• Candidates with CNC machining backgrounds are encouraged to apply, provided they are comfortable operating manual equipment

Physical Requirements:

• Follow all safety and environmental requirements, including wearing required personal protective equipment
• Use hands to handle objects, tools, and controls
• Reach overhead
• Work for extended periods while standing, stooping, bending, sitting, kneeling, or squatting
• Lift, pull, and push materials and equipment as required
• Frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds throughout the workday

Additional Position Information:

• Non-union work environment
• In-person interview required
• Multiple experience levels may be considered

Ameri-Force Benefits:

• Industry Leading Pay
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability Benefits
• Term Life Benefits
• Referral Bonuses

Referral Bonuses are available for specific jobs only.

About Ameri-Force:

Since 1991, Ameri-Force has been a leader in skilled trades staffing, offering a people-focused approach that provides competitive advantages for our clients and rewarding career opportunities for our contract employees. Leveraging our deep expertise in maritime, manufacturing, aerospace, industrial, and energy sectors, we ensure a seamless experience by efficiently managing federal and state taxes, unemployment, and worker’s compensation. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, tailored to meet the needs of our workforce. Join Ameri-Force and be part of a company that values your success.