Machinist

Machinist Allied Valve Inc. is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join our Riverdale, IA team. If you enjoy hands-on machining work, solving mechanical challenges, and producing precision components that support critical energy and industrial applications, this is an opportunity to join a stable, growing company that values craftsmanship, safety, and long-term employee development. As a Manual Machinist, you will perform precision machining operations on valve components, actuators, pressure seal equipment, and other industrial flow control equipment used throughout the power generation, oil & gas, chemical, and industrial sectors. Key responsibilities include setting up and operating conventional horizontal lathes and manual machining equipment, manufacturing and repairing critical components to customer specifications, reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and work instructions, selecting proper tooling, feeds, and speeds for various materials, performing precision measurements using calipers, micrometers, indicators, and other measuring equipment, inspecting finished parts to ensure quality and dimensional accuracy, maintaining equipment and work areas in accordance with safety standards, assisting in training and mentoring less experienced machinists, and supporting department operations and workflow as needed. Required qualifications include 2+ years of manual machining experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, ability to independently set up and operate conventional lathes, blueprint reading and interpretation skills, understanding of machining practices, shop math, and quality standards, experience using precision measuring instruments, strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Preferred qualifications include experience with Acme threading, vertical manual lathe experience, experience operating mills and other manual machine tools, valve repair or field machining experience, experience machining Gate, Globe, Plug, and Check Valves, leadership or mentoring experience. Competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, company-paid life insurance, short-term & long-term disability coverage, paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, pet insurance. Career growth & development includes on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced machinists, tuition reimbursement and certification assistance, opportunities to learn specialized valve repair and machining techniques, advancement opportunities within Allied Valve and Ovation Holdings companies. Work environment & perks include climate-controlled machine shop, modern equipment and tools, safety gear and PPE provided, tool purchase assistance program, stable, year-round work supporting critical infrastructure industries, overtime opportunities available, team-oriented culture with strong leadership support. At Allied Valve, you're not just making partsyou're supporting critical infrastructure across North America. Our machinists work on highly engineered valve and flow-control equipment that keeps power plants, refineries, manufacturing facilities, and industrial operations running safely and efficiently. You'll have the opportunity to expand your skills, work alongside experienced professionals, and build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people. No travel required.