Manual Machinist

Manual Machinist

This role focuses on operating manual mills and lathes in a busy job shop environment to produce custom parts and perform repair work on oilfield equipment. You will work with a variety of components, using your manual machining expertise to meet precise specifications and support a steady flow of custom orders.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual mills and lathes to produce custom parts according to drawings, specifications, and work orders.
• Perform manual machining operations for both new production and repair work on oilfield equipment.
• Set up manual machines, including selecting tools, adjusting speeds and feeds, and aligning workpieces accurately.
• Inspect finished parts for accuracy, quality, and adherence to tolerances, making adjustments as needed.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine machining requirements and proper machining sequence.
• Maintain manual machines, tools, and work areas in clean, safe, and reliable working condition.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust setups or tooling to improve quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to prioritize jobs and meet production and repair deadlines.
• Handle multiple custom and repair jobs in a job shop environment with changing priorities and varying part types.
• Follow all safety procedures and shop policies while working with manual mills, lathes, and related equipment.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of experience in manual machining.
• Proficiency operating manual lathes.
• Proficiency operating manual mills.
• Ability to perform setup, including tooling selection, workholding, and machine adjustments on manual equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications for machining operations.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tolerances, and measurement techniques.
• Skill in inspecting parts using appropriate measuring tools to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Capability to work effectively in a job shop environment with custom and repair work.
• Commitment to following safety procedures while working with manual machine tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a repair shop environment, particularly with oilfield equipment.
• Background in machining a variety of materials commonly used in oil and gas applications.
• Ability to handle multiple jobs and shifting priorities in a busy job shop.
• Strong problem-solving skills for diagnosing and correcting machining issues.
• Solid communication skills for coordinating with team members and supervisors.
• Reliability and willingness to work a full-time schedule including some Saturdays.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable and well-established machine shop that plays a key role in the oil and gas industry and is recognized across the country. The shop maintains a steady backlog of work, providing consistent hours and long-term job security. As the team grows and expands capacity, you benefit from opportunities to support additional shifts and contribute to the continued success of a busy, in-demand operation.

Work Environment

This position is based in a job shop, non-climate-controlled repair facility focused on oilfield equipment. You will work primarily on manual mills and lathes in a hands-on, production and repair setting. The schedule runs Monday through Friday and every other Saturday, typically from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The environment is active and fast-paced, with a consistent flow of work and exposure to typical shop conditions such as noise, machinery, and varying temperatures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oklahoma City, OK.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oklahoma City, OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2026.