Machinist Millwright

Machinist Millwright | Manual Machining, Equipment Builds & Repairs (Build, modify, and maintain industrial machinery using machining and millwright skills to support production uptime and equipment reliability.)

Location: Elgin, IL ⏰ Shift: 1st Shift | 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Monday–Friday (OT as needed) Pay: $35–$40/hr based on experience

Role Summary:

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced Machinist Millwright (Manual) for a direct hire opportunity in Elgin, IL. This role supports in-house industrial equipment manufacturing and maintenance, focusing on building, repairing, and maintaining machinery used in production.

Ideal candidates will have strong manual machining and millwright experience, with the ability to fabricate parts, read prints, and troubleshoot mechanical systems.

️ Qualifications & Skills:

• 5–7 years of experience in machining, millwright, or industrial maintenance
• strong knowledge of manual machining and fabrication techniques
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Experience with mechanical systems, conveyors, motors, and industrial equipment
• Proficient with measuring instruments and shop tools
• strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• strong communication and organizational skills

Work Environment:

• Industrial manufacturing environment
• Exposure to machinery, noise, and moving mechanical parts
• Requires standing, lifting, and hands-on mechanical work
• Must follow PPE and safety protocols at all times

Compensation & Benefits:

• $35–$40/hr based on experience
• Direct hire opportunity with long-term stability
• Overtime available
• Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO)
• Opportunity to work on custom industrial equipment builds and repairs

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salary: $72,800 - $83,200 per year
shift: First
work hours: 6 AM - 3:30 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

• Build, modify, and maintain industrial equipment and machinery lines
• Fabricate and repair parts using manual machining equipment and tools
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and shop drawings
• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and precision measuring tools
• Perform preventative maintenance on motors, conveyors, pneumatic tools, and production equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and identify root causes of equipment failures
• Dismantle and rebuild machinery using hand tools, cranes, and hoists
• Adjust and align mechanical components for optimal performance
• Maintain inventory of parts, tools, and maintenance supplies
• Document work completed and support reporting processes
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment

The essential functions of this role include:

• wearing steel toe shoes
• working up to 6 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

• Machinist
• Build Equipment
• Fabrication
• Blueprints
• Handtools
• Maintenance
• micrometers
• calipers
• schematics

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on randstadusa.com.

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, Randstad 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).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.