Machinist

Our client, in Clare, MI is seeking a Machinist to join their team. As a Machinist, you will be part of the Machine Shop supporting production and quality efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong machine setup and operation skills, a commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints to produce parts that meet engineering and customer specifications.

Job Title: Machinist

Location: Clare, MI

Pay Range:
Machinist 1 - $19 - $23 an hour

What's the Job?

• Set up and operate conventional, CNC, and special purpose machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts.
• Perform machine setup and machining tasks including milling, boring, drilling, tapping, threading, and lathes, with support from Machinist 1 on most occasions.
• Read, interpret, and utilize blueprints, work orders, and QC packets to complete work accurately.
• Verify work using machinist measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers, and maintain tight tolerances per engineering and customer requirements.
• Deburr parts, ensure quality checks are completed prior to the next operation, and support the quality system and continuous improvement efforts.

What's Needed?

• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to set up and use machine equipment (including CNC) and perform periodic maintenance on machine shop equipment.
• Experience reading and using blueprints, work orders, and QC packets to produce parts to specification.
• Proficiency with machinist measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.) and a strong focus on meeting tolerances.
• Comfort working with CNC programming concepts, including use of G&M codes and conversational programming languages (with training from Machinist 2).

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to build and apply machining skills across conventional and CNC equipment.
• Hands-on role supporting production schedules and quality expectations.
• Structured collaboration with experienced machinists, engineers, production personnel, programmers, and supervisors.
• Clear focus on safety, clean work areas, and continuous improvement through the quality system.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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