Manual Machinist – Bridgeport Mill & Lathe | Day Shift; Custom Machine Building

Position: Manual Machinist – Bridgeport Mill & Lathe | Day Shift (Custom Machine Building)
At a Glance

Company:  Berran Industrial Group, Inc.

Location:

Akron, Ohio (On-Site)
Job Type:  Full-Time
Pay Range:
$20 – $35 per hour (based on experience)

Shift:  Day Shift | Early Start, Early Finish

Schedule:

40–55 hours per week
Overtime:  Fridays typically overtime | Saturdays optional
Experience Level:  Entry to Mid-Level (Training available for the right candidate)
Published:  March 2026
Apply:  Directly through hireCNC

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- Why This Role Exists

Due to steady workload and continued custom machine-building projects, Berran Industrial Group is adding a  Manual Machinist  to support low-volume, precision component production.

This role plays a key part in building custom automation systems, precision assemblies, and specialty equipment — not high-quantity production work. Every project is unique and built to order.

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- The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Set up and operate  manual Bridgeport mills  (primary focus)

Perform manual lathe work as needed

Select tooling, indicate parts, and verify work holding

Machine low-volume, custom components

Read blueprints and work from sketches/designs

Hold tolerances appropriate to precision machine-building work

Perform first-piece and in-process inspection

Use micrometers, calipers, indicators, and standard shop measuring tools

Maintain a safe, organized work area

This is hands-on machining — not button-pushing production.

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- Machines, Controls & Equipment

Machines:

Bridgeport-style manual mills (newer 5HP machines)

Manual lathes

Tooling:

NMBT tooling systems

Inspection Tools:

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

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- Materials You’ll Work With

Aluminum

Mild Steel

Alloy Steel

Stainless Steel

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- What We’re Looking For

Required:

Manual machining experience (mill and/or lathe)

Ability to read blueprints

Experience using precision measuring tools

Strong attention to detail

Reliable and safety-focused

Preferred (Not Required):

Bridgeport experience

Experience in custom machine building

Experience working in low-volume environments

We are willing to train the right candidate  who has mechanical aptitude and a strong work ethic.

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- Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Berran Industrial Group because:

Low-volume, custom machining — no repetitive production runs

Early start / early finish schedule

Consistent overtime opportunities

Modern 5HP Bridgeport machines

Steady workload

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Full benefits package

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- Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range:
$20 – $35 per hour (DOE)
Overtime paid per applicable labor laws

Benefits:

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Schedule:

Day Shift

40–55 hours per week

Fridays often overtime

Optional Saturdays

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- About Berran Industrial Group

Located in Akron, OH, Berran Industrial Group builds high-quality custom machines and automation systems. Their expertise includes:

Data Acquisition

Robot Integration

Remote Monitoring

Custom Enclosures

Ultrasonic Welding

Precision Systems

This is a custom machine builder — not a production shop.

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- Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hire

CNC.

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