Manual Machinist

Base Pay Range

$29.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Hydro, Inc. - Independent - Experienced - A Trusted Partner

We are a global, industrial company with corporate headquarters in Chicago. As the largest independent pump aftermarket re‑engineering company in the world, Hydro’s engineering expertise, custom pump repair and support services has spanned 55 years. Our mission is to work hand‑in‑hand with our valued customers around the world to optimize the performance and reliability of their systems by evaluating and understanding root causes of pump degradation or failure and by providing unbiased engineering analysis, quality workmanship, and responsive field service for improved plant operation.

• Excellent compensation
• Employer‑provided comprehensive benefits
• Free on‑site employee parking
• Career longevity
• Opportunity for growth in the nuclear industry

Manual Machinist

Responsible for modification and operation of industrial manual machinery for large pump parts to precise specifications. The Manual Machinist develops and maintains these parts utilizing knowledge of metal properties, layout, and machining procedures. Experienced with machining on equipment such as Vertical Turret Lathes and/or Manual Lathes or Horizontal Boring Mills.

• Machine and assess large pump components such as cases, impellers, wear‑rings, bearing housings, shafts, and covers.
• Maintain close tolerances of +/- 0.001”.
• Perform plane and bore operations of horizontal pump casings (plus).
• Compute angles, radii, bolt circles and other dimensions using sufficient mathematical skills.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Operate overhead crane.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards.

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Manual Machinist (5 years preferred).
• Journeyman status as a machinist or machinist mate in the military, or equivalent work experience is desired.
• Experience in the pump or rotating equipment industry is strongly considered.
• Proficient with Vertical Turret Lathes, Manual Lathes, and Horizontal Boring Mills.
• Must be able to hold close tolerances and read blueprints.
• Basic physical examination and drug screening will be required.

• 8‑hour shift, Monday to Friday.
• Overtime available, shift premium.
• Weekend availability when necessary.

• Monthly employee company celebrations
• Family friendly work culture – collaboration in a team environment
• 401(k) matching program
• Referral Program
• Dental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance plans
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance and Dependent Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability insurance (company paid)
• Vision insurance

• Differential pay
• Overtime pay

• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Job Type: Full‑time

Expected hours:
No less than 40 per week