Shop Machinist

Compensation: $20.00 - $50.00

We are seeking an experienced Shop Machinist with strong industrial machining experience. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating manual and/or CNC machine tools to manufacture, repair, and modify precision components used in industrial equipment and machinery.

The Shop Machinist should have strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements, and machining specifications.

• Set up and operate manual and/or CNC machine tools, including lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, and related equipment.
• Machine, repair, modify, and fabricate precision components according to drawings and specifications.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, work orders, and machining instructions.
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting speeds, feeds, and machining methods for various materials.
• Perform turning, milling, drilling, boring, facing, threading, grinding, and other machining operations.
• Measure and inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and indicators.
• Perform machine setups, tool changes, adjustments, and offsets as required.
• Identify machining problems and make appropriate adjustments to maintain quality and accuracy.
• Maintain proper tolerances and dimensional specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping on machines and work areas.
• Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized shop environment.
• Work closely with Millwrights, Welders, Mechanics, Engineers, and other craft personnel when repairing or fabricating components.

• Minimum 3–5 years of industrial or shop machining experience preferred.
• Strong experience operating manual machine tools.
• Experience with engine lathes and milling machines preferred.
• CNC experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, tolerances, and measurements.
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and bore gauges.
• Ability to perform accurate setups and machining with minimal supervision.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work safely around machine tools and industrial equipment.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and varying schedules as project requirements dictate.

• Experience machining components for oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, refining, manufacturing, or heavy industrial equipment.
• Experience working with large or heavy components.
• Experience machining carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel, Inconel, and other industrial materials.
• CNC programming or editing experience.
• Experience with tight-tolerance machining.
• Previous experience repairing or rebuilding industrial equipment.
• Technical school, apprenticeship, or machining certification preferred.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work around industrial machinery.
• Ability to lift and move materials and components as required.
• Ability to safely operate machine tools and material-handling equipment.
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe footwear, gloves, and other site-required equipment.