Manual -Part Machinist; VTL​/HBM — Industrial Pumps

Position: Manual Large-Part Machinist (VTL/HBM) — Industrial Pumps
Why Hydro Global industrial pump engineering leader headquartered in Chicago; the largest independent pump rebuilder since 1969.Clean, employee-focused shop in the West Loop with free onsite parking.

Competitive hourly pay with full benefits and career growth on complex, mission-critical pump projects.$8,000 sign-on bonus available for machinists operating VTLs and Horizontal Boring Mills.

Role at a glance

Manual machining of LARGE PARTS for industrial pumps in a custom job shop.

Components include impellers, wear rings, bearing housings, covers, and seals produced to exact specifications.

Translate mechanical drawings/blueprints/sketches into machining steps and setups.

Perform precision cutting, grinding, shaping, and fitting using VTLs, manual lathes, horizontal/vertical boring mills, and /OD grinders.

Measure and document critical dimensions using inspection equipment; ensure adherence to tolerances.

Optimize machining procedures and maintain machines and tooling for reliability.

Adhere to Hydro shop safety policies and collaborate with engineers and peers to resolve challenges.

Must-haves5+ years post-training as a manual machinist working on LARGE PARTS in an industrial environment.

Technical/vocational machining program completed (Journeyman preferred); high school diploma or equivalent.

Shop math and geometry proficiency (angles, radii, bolt circles, complex dimensions).Knowledge of feed rates and the impact of adjustments on quality and efficiency.

Hands-on experience setting up jigs, fixtures, arbors, mandrels, centers, and clamps.

Capability to machine pump shafts 3–10 ft long with a steady rest and hold 0.0005 in. or tighter.

Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, coordination, and control precision.

Compensation and benefits

Pay: $28.00–$35.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Benefits: 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, HSA, life insurance, paid time off, referral program.

Schedule and workplace

Job Type: Full-time; 40 hours per week.

Schedule:

8-hour shift, Monday–Friday; overtime available.

Supplemental Pay:
Differential pay;
Night Shift preferred.

Work Location:

In person, Chicago, IL 60607.Ability to Commute:
Required. Ability to Relocate:
Relocate before starting (Required).What sets this shop apart

Clean, well-maintained equipment and a safety-first mindset.

Engineering collaboration that values your input on setups and process improvements.

Work that directly restores performance to critical industrial pumps across industries.
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