Field Machinist II

Overview

Field Machinist II at Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company is a precision field role offering global travel, competitive earning potential, and opportunities to solve complex challenges in the field. This isn’t a shop job; experience is valued, skills are tested, and work is visible across industries and continents.

Compensation: $100,000+ annually (based on experience). Plus travel per diems, overtime, and other perks.

Requirements include applying manual machining expertise in dynamic field environments and collaborating with engineers and project teams to deliver custom solutions.

• Apply your manual machining expertise in dynamic field environments
• Maintain tight tolerances (±0.010) under challenging conditions
• Operate and maintain specialized equipment at client sites
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to deliver custom solutions
• Ensure quality and safety standards are consistently met

• 5+ years of manual and/or field machining experience
• Proficiency with Bridgeport knee mills and manual engine lathes
• Strong blueprint and mechanical drawing interpretation skills
• Mastery of micrometers and precision inspection tools
• Basic rigging and power tool operation
• Deep understanding of cutting tools, materials, speeds & feeds
• Ability to troubleshoot and adapt in fast-paced environments
• High school diploma or GED/HSED (required);
  Journeyman or technical degree (preferred)

• OSHA 10 certification
• Valid driver’s license
• IPM Overhead Crane Training certification
• Forklift Training & valid license
• Willingness to travel frequently, including some weekends
• Comfortable using mobile apps for time tracking and expenses

• Global Reach – Work on projects across the U.S. and internationally
• High Reward – Six-figure income potential with generous bonuses
• Skill Expansion – Learn advanced techniques and work with cutting-edge equipment
• Project Variety – No two jobs are the same
• Career Growth – Opportunities to lead, mentor, and advance
• Comprehensive Benefits – PTO, 11 paid holidays, and full benefits package

Ready to Elevate Your Career? If you’re an experienced machinist looking for more than just another job—if you want to travel, earn, and grow—then IPM is your next move.

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